This is potentially outstanding though at least some patience is strongly advised

rounded tannins and bold freshness supporting the voluptuous layers

all enlivened by brisk acidity

The palate is round and ripe with concentrated

aggressive tannins make themselves felt on the attenuated finish

Fontaine Gagnard, Volnay Clos Chenes Vintage:2009 This is potentially outstanding thoughA spicy, cool and admirably pure nose is comprised by notes of essence of red pinot fruit and pretty floral nuances. Once again the medium weight flavors possess a really lovely mid palate texture that contrast somewhat with the serious and stony finish that is ever so mildly drying today. The supporting tannins seem ripe so my rating offers the benefit of the doubt that the dryness is due to the recent bottling. 90 2027+