The 2013 Volnay Caillerets 1er Cru underwent one of the tardiest malolactics and was very reduced (to Mounir’s glee since this is exactly what he seeks.) So, while the nose is difficult to get a grip upon, the palate is medium-bodied witih crisp tense tannin, dark berry fruit, hints of bay leaf and tea with a pointed, tensile finish. This has great potential - more rugged and bigger boned than the Santenots - but with impressive depth and length.