Domaine Michel Lafarge – Volnay Premier Cru Clos des Chênes 2014 – Burgundy France

Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay Premier Cru Clos des Chênes 2014 is a biodynamic Pinot Noir from one of Volnay's most celebrated Premier Cru vineyards. Sourced from iron-rich clay and limestone soils, it combines purity, minerality, and structure with the elegance and finesse that define the finest wines of Volnay.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Volnay Premier Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2014
• Vineyard: Clos des Chênes
• Vine Age: Planted between 1951 and 1971
• Terroir: South-facing slope with shallow red clay soils over limestone
• Farming: Certified organic (Ecocert) and biodynamic (Demeter)
• Vinification: 100% destemmed, ambient yeast fermentation
• Aging: 18 months in barrel (10–20% new oak)
• Style: Structured, mineral-driven Burgundy Pinot Noir

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Medium-bodied
• Fruit: Red cherry, cranberry, wild strawberry
• Floral: Rose petal and delicate floral notes
• Savory: Mineral tension, subtle earth, and spice
• Structure: Fine tannins, vibrant acidity, persistent finish

Clos des Chênes occupies a privileged position among Volnay's greatest Premier Cru vineyards, neighboring Les Caillerets, Taillepieds, and Champans. The Lafarge parcel sits in the iron-rich lower section of the vineyard, where red clay soils contribute generosity and depth while limestone brings precision and freshness. The 2014 vintage is beautifully expressive, offering pure red fruit, floral lift, and a distinctive mineral character that unfolds steadily across a long, refined finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• One of Volnay's most respected Premier Cru vineyards
• Biodynamic farming highlights the purity and complexity of the terroir
• Combines elegance, minerality, and impressive aging potential

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast duck breast
• Veal with wild mushrooms
• Herb-crusted pork loin
• Aged Burgundian and Alpine cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of classic Burgundy Pinot Noir
✓ Drinkers who appreciate mineral-driven, terroir-focused wines
✓ Fans of elegant, age-worthy Volnay Premier Cru
✕ Not ideal if you prefer rich, heavily oaked red wines

🏅 Scores & Reviews

• Wine Advocate: 93 Points – "Wonderful aromatics of red cherry, cranberry and strawberry with an underlying mineral seam."
• Vinous: 90 Points – "Terrific cut and floral lift to the flavors of wild red berries and red cherry."
• Jancis Robinson: 18+ / 20 – "Easy to overlook as it's all buried underneath rather than superficial but it really builds on the end."