Description
Domaine de la Pousse d’Or, Volnay 1er Cru “Clos d’Audignac” Monopole
Domaine de la Pousse d‘Or is one of the oldest and most respected producers in all of Burgundy. Although the house has changed hands multiple times during the past millennium, they have been producing legendary wines since the famous Dukes of Burgundy reigned back in 1100. In the Volnay appellation, the Domaine, once connected to the likes of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and Clos de Tart, has continually, and impressively, maintained exclusive ownership of the famed, “Clos de La Bousse d’Or,” Premier Cru vineyard site for centuries. One of the most storied and historic sites in all of Burgundy, it has been protected by a picturesque stonewall since the time in which it was tended by the monks. The 2021s play perfectly into what Pousse d’Or does best: Combining rich, succulent fruit with complex savor and a structure that virtually guarantees many, many years of cellar potential. And despite their exceptional pedigree and history, these wines remain some of the best values in top tier Burgundy.
This exceptional monopole (owned entirely by a single estate) vineyard is right at the doorstep of the historic Pousse d’Or estate. With old vines, planted in 1966, growing in soils that are rich in marl and clay, this is one of the more robust Volnays in the Pousse line up. As such it can be opened and enjoyed at a younger age, but still should be cellared for at least five years, ideally longer. If you do pop one on the younger side, be sure to give it a good decant and then enjoy the hedonistic fruit and texture!
