Volnay 1er Cru Les 5 Climats Lafarge, 2021

Volnay 1er Cru Les 5 Climats from Lafarge is a beautifully poised Burgundy that captures the finesse and perfume the village is celebrated for. Sourced from one of Volnay’s notable premier cru sites, it offers a graceful expression of Pinot Noir with depth, precision, and the quiet complexity that makes top Volnay so sought after.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a translucent ruby hue with bright, youthful clarity. The nose is finely layered, with lifted red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, and subtle earth tones, often joined by hints of spice, forest floor, and a delicate mineral edge. On the palate, the wine is elegant and pure, combining silky texture with fresh acidity and refined tannins. The finish tends to be long and balanced, with enough structure to evolve beautifully over time. With its 2021 vintage freshness and Lafarge’s restrained style, this is a wine that can be enjoyed with confidence now but should gain additional nuance with cellaring.

Production
Les 5 Climats is a premier cru vineyard in Volnay, where limestone-rich soils and well-exposed slopes help produce wines of aromatic lift and fine tannin. Lafarge is known for working with great care in the vineyard, emphasizing healthy fruit and low-intervention winemaking to preserve the character of the site and vintage. The 2021 vintage in Burgundy was marked by lower yields and a more classical profile, which often translates into wines of clarity and tension. Vinification is typically focused on gentle extraction and thoughtful aging in oak to support, rather than dominate, the wine’s precise fruit and terroir expression.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as roast duck, poussin, veal, mushroom risotto, or dishes featuring earthy root vegetables. It also works well with soft-ripened cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider opening the bottle ahead of time or decanting briefly if you wish to allow the aromas to open further.

Producer
Lafarge is one of Volnay’s most respected historic domaines, long associated with traditional Burgundy craftsmanship and a deep commitment to terroir expression. The estate has earned a strong reputation for producing wines of elegance, authenticity, and age-worthiness, and is widely admired for its influence in the region and the consistency of its top cuvées.

We deliver within 2 - 6 business days. You can choose whether it should be to a parcel shop or home delivery. Free delivery to both parcel shops and your front door. Our store partners primarily use GLS, DPD, UPS and DHL for deliveries. We cover deliveries to the majority of countries in Europe.