Volnay 1er Cru Cailleret

At a Glance

  • Size: 0.355 ha (0.877 ac)
  • Variety: Pinot Noir
  • Vine Age: Planted in the 1980s and 1940s
  • Viticulture: Lutte raisonnée (organic and biodynamic methods)
  • Vinification: 100% de-stemmed, indigenous yeast fermentation, minimal punch-downs. Aged for 18 months in barrel (20% new oak). Nicolas strives to use sulfur only prior to bottling. Total sulfur: 20-45 mg/L.

Additional Info

These vines were owned by Nicolas' grandparents. Some went to his uncle and some to his father, but he was able to acquire both portions.