Louis Latour : Volnay 1er cru "En Chevret" 2020

Lush and expressive, exhibiting blackberry, black currant and violet flavors, with accents of mineral and spice. The firm structure emerges as this builds to a fruit-filled aftertaste. Best from 2024 through 2033. 800 cases made, 350 cases imported.

This is so sensual that it's dangerous and it ought to be classified as a listed drug! So sweet, silky and delicate, in spite of the excellent structure behind it. Only medium-bodied, but in a particular way that increases its appeal. Then comes the very fresh finish that makes it positively refreshing. Drink or hold.

More aromatic and stylistic diversity than Epenot, with a supple texture, but the tannin is not yet fully integrated and a few additional months in barrel are needed.

Powerful and concentrated aromas of crushed rose petals and strawberry shrub dusted with white pepper sit atop a layer of wild mint, cardamom and musk. Dark black cherry, black licorice and oak spice meld seamlessly with its youthful tannins. Cellar well through 2035+.

The 2020 Volnay 1er Cru En Chevret is a medium- to full-bodied, ample and layered wine evocative of blackberries, spices and forest floor. Authoritative yet suave, it has turned out well.