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Vincent Girardin Volnay Premier Cru Champans 2020 750ml

size
750ml
country
France
region
Burgundy
appellation
Cote De Beaune
subappellation
Volnay
WS
94
VM
92
BH
92
WA
91
WS
94
Rated 94 by Wine Spectator
A fresh, harmonious version, this red delivers black cherry, blackberry, floral, earth and spice flavors on an open, fluid profile. Almost seamless and silky, with a subtle impression of dusty tannins and oak spices lining the long finish. Best from 2026 through 2042. 125 cases made, 15 cases imported. ... More details
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Vincent Girardin Volnay Premier Cru Champans 2020 750ml

SKU 943828
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Professional Ratings
WS
94
VM
92
BH
92
WA
91
WS
94
Rated 94 by Wine Spectator
A fresh, harmonious version, this red delivers black cherry, blackberry, floral, earth and spice flavors on an open, fluid profile. Almost seamless and silky, with a subtle impression of dusty tannins and oak spices lining the long finish. Best from 2026 through 2042. 125 cases made, 15 cases imported.
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
90-92 Containing 50% whole bunch, the 2020 Volnay Les Champans 1er Cru is more precocious on the nose compared to the Santenots, touches of pencil box and sage infusing the black and blue fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with dense tannins, fine acidity, a little chewy on the entry with quite a powerful finish. I just fine a little more precision on the Santenots this year.
BH
92
Rated 92 by Burghound
Once again there is an elevated level of ripeness though with good freshness to the combination of black raspberry, cherry, cassis and violet. The rich and relatively full-bodied flavors possess very good richness and intensity while the lingering finish is shaped by firm supporting tannins. There is fine development potential though note that patience will be absolutely necessary.
WA
91
Rated 91 by Wine Advocate
Aromas of cherries, sweet soil tones and spices preface the 2020 Volnay 1er Cru Les Champans, a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy wine with lively acids and powdery tannins that assert themselves on the youthfully firm finish. A little blocky at this early stage, it will reward a bit of patience.
Winery
Deep color. A black licorice nose, with some tobacco. Lovely, opulent, succulent. Nice layered fruit - it has a super silky texture; very Pinot with lots of finesse at the end.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
France
region
Burgundy
appellation
Cote De Beaune
subappellation
Volnay
Overview
A fresh, harmonious version, this red delivers black cherry, blackberry, floral, earth and spice flavors on an open, fluid profile. Almost seamless and silky, with a subtle impression of dusty tannins and oak spices lining the long finish. Best from 2026 through 2042. 125 cases made, 15 cases imported.
green grapes

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the planet's most widely grown and enjoyed grape varietals, and thanks to the popularity of the key wines it is associated with – Burgundy and Champagne – it has successfully spread from its native home in France to much of the wine producing world. Pinot Noir means 'black pine' in French, and this refers to the extremely dark, inky color of the fruit, and the fact that it grows in conical bunches, resembling a large pine cone. It has long been revered for its wide range of refreshing, summery flavors, and the fact that it produces red wines of a beautiful garnet color and light body. More recently, sparkling wines made exclusively with Pinot Noir have been extremely popular, and the orchard notes found in the fizzy 'blanc des noirs' wines mark out just how versatile this grape varietal really is. Despite being notoriously difficult to grow, it isn't hard to see why this grape is now found in vineyards all over the world, as it is synonymous with romance and decadence, quality and fantastic flavor
barrel

Region: Burgundy

The region of Burgundy has become synonymous with high quality red wines, but in actual fact the region consistently produces a wide variety of fine wines of many different styles, rigorously protected by French wine laws designed to keep reputations and quality at a very high level. The region benefits greatly from a warm and sunny summer climate, which, coupled with the excellent quality soils which typify the region, and centuries of experience and expertise, has led to the region being known all over the world for the excellence of its produce. The majority of grapevines grown here are of the Pinot Noir varietal, which has helped Burgundy become known as the definitive region for elegant and smooth red wines, but Chardonnay grapes and many others are also grown in abundance and used to make both still and sparkling wines.
fields

Country: France

It is widely understood and accepted that the finest wines in the world come out of France. Whether you are drinking a vintage bottle from one of the famed Grand Cru wineries of Bordeaux - such as Chateau Margaux or Chateau Lafite-Rothschild - or a more simple and affordable bottle from one of the lesser known appellations in Burgundy, the likelihood is that the wine is packed full of intense and interesting flavors, and has a fine, balanced structure typical of almost all French produce. This reputation for excellence is taken extremely serious by the French, with dozens of regularly updated laws and regulations ensuring the quality and accurate labeling of wines. Such dedication and passion for fine wine, representative of the region in which it is produced, means customers can be assured that when they buy a bottle from France, they are buying something almost certain to please and delight.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Cote De Beaune

The beautifully and unforgettable French region of Cote De Beaune has been revered throughout the centuries, and recognized as one of the key producer's of the world's finest white wines. The region is highly respected as an excellent producer of Chardonnay wines, and the Chardonnay grapes which grow there, on the southern slopes of the Cote d'Or, are packed full of the unique and powerful characteristics of this very special terroir. Interestingly, Cote De Beaune produces more red wine than white wine, despite its white wines being so famous. The red wines of Cote De Beaune are mainly made from Pinot Noir, but are relatively very light and fruity in their character, perfect for sipping on a warm, sunny day alongside a wide range of foods.
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green grapes

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the planet's most widely grown and enjoyed grape varietals, and thanks to the popularity of the key wines it is associated with – Burgundy and Champagne – it has successfully spread from its native home in France to much of the wine producing world. Pinot Noir means 'black pine' in French, and this refers to the extremely dark, inky color of the fruit, and the fact that it grows in conical bunches, resembling a large pine cone. It has long been revered for its wide range of refreshing, summery flavors, and the fact that it produces red wines of a beautiful garnet color and light body. More recently, sparkling wines made exclusively with Pinot Noir have been extremely popular, and the orchard notes found in the fizzy 'blanc des noirs' wines mark out just how versatile this grape varietal really is. Despite being notoriously difficult to grow, it isn't hard to see why this grape is now found in vineyards all over the world, as it is synonymous with romance and decadence, quality and fantastic flavor
barrel

Region: Burgundy

The region of Burgundy has become synonymous with high quality red wines, but in actual fact the region consistently produces a wide variety of fine wines of many different styles, rigorously protected by French wine laws designed to keep reputations and quality at a very high level. The region benefits greatly from a warm and sunny summer climate, which, coupled with the excellent quality soils which typify the region, and centuries of experience and expertise, has led to the region being known all over the world for the excellence of its produce. The majority of grapevines grown here are of the Pinot Noir varietal, which has helped Burgundy become known as the definitive region for elegant and smooth red wines, but Chardonnay grapes and many others are also grown in abundance and used to make both still and sparkling wines.
fields

Country: France

It is widely understood and accepted that the finest wines in the world come out of France. Whether you are drinking a vintage bottle from one of the famed Grand Cru wineries of Bordeaux - such as Chateau Margaux or Chateau Lafite-Rothschild - or a more simple and affordable bottle from one of the lesser known appellations in Burgundy, the likelihood is that the wine is packed full of intense and interesting flavors, and has a fine, balanced structure typical of almost all French produce. This reputation for excellence is taken extremely serious by the French, with dozens of regularly updated laws and regulations ensuring the quality and accurate labeling of wines. Such dedication and passion for fine wine, representative of the region in which it is produced, means customers can be assured that when they buy a bottle from France, they are buying something almost certain to please and delight.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Cote De Beaune

The beautifully and unforgettable French region of Cote De Beaune has been revered throughout the centuries, and recognized as one of the key producer's of the world's finest white wines. The region is highly respected as an excellent producer of Chardonnay wines, and the Chardonnay grapes which grow there, on the southern slopes of the Cote d'Or, are packed full of the unique and powerful characteristics of this very special terroir. Interestingly, Cote De Beaune produces more red wine than white wine, despite its white wines being so famous. The red wines of Cote De Beaune are mainly made from Pinot Noir, but are relatively very light and fruity in their character, perfect for sipping on a warm, sunny day alongside a wide range of foods.