Domaine Genot-Boulanger Volnay, Cote de Beaune, France 2022

Guillaume and Aude Lavollée represent the fourth generation of vignerons at Génot-Boulanger. Their wines are produced exclusively from estate-owned vineyards, located along all three Burgundy côtes, from Chambolle Musigny, down to the domaine in Meursault, and on to Mercurey. With 22 hectares, Génot-Boulanger is one of only a few family-owned Burgundian domaines to produce such a diverse range. (They produce wine from over 30 appellations!)

Since 2008, Guillaume and Aude have worked painstakingly to improve the quality of their wines, converting to organic farming practices and experimenting with biodynamics. The domaine’s philosophy is “maximum work in the vineyards for minimum intervention in the cuverie.” This has translated to wines that are first and foremost true to their terroir.

From four plots in Volnay, bordering each other, located at the bottom of the hillside, to the south-east of the village, totaling 1.28 hectares of vines. The plots “les Aussy” and “Cros Martin” were planted in the 1980s and “les Echards” and “les Jouères” in the 1950s. Located just below 1er Volnay “Les Roncerets”. The land benefits from a slight slope, on limestone bedrock covered by water-retaining clays. The soil is made up of silt superimposed on ancient alluvium.

Deep ruby color, complex aromas of red berries and spice, and a balanced structure that pairs perfectly with a variety of dishes. Enjoy the unique terroir of Volnay, known for its exceptional soil composition and microclimate, which enhances the wine’s finesse and character.