Reyane & Pascal Bouley, Volnay 1er Cru Champans, 2014 SO061725 Arretxea part 2 The rich dark fruit flavors

The rich dark fruit flavors are complemented by subtle notes of chocolate

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Reyane & Pascal Bouley, Volnay 1er Cru Champans, 2014 SO061725 Arretxea part 2 The rich dark fruit flavorsChampans is one of Volnay's most celebrated Premier Crus, a south facing limestone and clay slope that gives Pinot Noir a graceful mix of perfume and backbone. The Bouley family, vignerons in Volnay for six generations, farm a small parcel here and make it in a classic, structured style. This is a 2014, a fresher and more elegant Burgundy vintage than the warm years around it, with bright acidity and finely drawn fruit. With around a decade of age