d'Angerville Volnay Clos des Ducs 1er Cru 2017 (750ML)

94-96 VM / 94 WS

The 2017 Volnay Clos des Ducs 1er Cru is the famous crown jewel monopole of the domaine, ostensibly the rear garden with its own spring. Initially it is showing some reduction on the nose, although it dissipates with aeration. It is certainly reticent at the moment. The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle grip on the entry. It provides that arching structure that defines this vineyard and gives it its longevity, yet paradoxically the mouth sensation is supple and smooth, with just a touch of spice tingling on the finish. Noble, and aristocratic - just how a Clos des Ducs ought to be. Neal Martin – The Wine Advocate

This is well-defined by currant and wild cherry flavors, fused to a dense, linear structure. The energy and vivid acidity lead into a long, mouthwatering finish, revealing a spicy, tangy, mineral-tinged aftertaste. Best from 2023 through 2036.—B.S. Wine Spectator