The maiden 2015 Volnay 1er Cru Pitures had historically been hailed upon and consequently blended with Lafarge's village cru and other premier crus...until now. It has a delightful nose, focused but tight-coiled, stony rather than fruit-driven. It sets you up nicely for the beguiling flavors. The palate is vibrant and energetic, bursting full of candied red fruit, vivacious with a fleshy, spicy finish that is a pure joy. There is just a single barrel and you'll only find it in magnums. Beg for one.