My observation is that this 2011 vintage feels more overtly ripe

and cassis aromas are unpleasantly green-tinged

72 ha parcel)

19% Malbec (from Argentina)

finishing with excellent clarity and spicy thrust

Michel Lafarge, Bourgogne Rouge other_regions_italy My observation is that this(from 40+ year old vines in Petit Pr which was once classified as Volnay villages). This is also exuberantly fresh and bright with a very pinot nose of red berries, earth and more spice elements that are reflected by the sleek, delicious and well detailed middle weight flavors that possess even better depth and persistence. This too boxes well above its weight.