Jasper Morris MW
Grown on white marl at the northern (Pommard) end of Volnay, so placed last in tasting order for its additional tannins. Indeed, it tastes midway between a Volnay and a Pommard. Fine red crimson colour. The nose betrays a light reduction. This has impressive substance, good acidity, light blood orange notes perhaps from the reduction. Good persistence.
Vinous Media - Neal MArtin
The 2019 Volnay Les Pitures 1er Cru is perhaps missing the same cohesion as the Les Caillerets or Taillepieds on the nose. There is an attractive marine/oyster shell influence at play, though it comes across a bit subdued at present. The palate is medium-bodied with firm tannins, good grip with a masculine, structured finish that is very tight and laconic at the moment. Somehow, a bit aloof? (Drink between 2023-2038).
Domaine Bitouzet-Prieur
