Volnay 1er Cru Ronceret

At a Glance

  • Surface: 0.35 ha (0.86 ac)
  • Variety: Pinot Noir
  • Vine Age: Planted in the 1986
  • Terroir: Middle of the village below Volnay Champans in the alluvial fan. Rocky soil is poor, shallow (5 to 8 inches deep), and light in color
  • 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.