2021

Volnay

PINOT NOIR

Cellaring

Our Burgundy Series wines are expressive with exceptional freshness, fruity aromatics, and delicious texture. We recommend cellaring this Pinot Noir between two and ten years.

To preserve the nuance of each bottle, we suggest storage in a dark environment between 55° and 60°F, with 70% humidity.

Kosta Browne - Prestigious California winery – dedicated to crafting world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – celebrated for its artistry, precision, and bold flavors.Kosta Browne - Prestigious California winery – dedicated to crafting world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – celebrated for its artistry, precision, and bold flavors.

TECHNICAL DETAILS

ÉLEVAGE 32% new French oak for 13 months, prior to bottling 100% stainless steel for 3 months

ALCOHOL 13.5%

pH 3.54

TA 5.81 g/L

TASTING NOTES

AROMA

 Beautifully fascinating aromatics of orange rind and bourbon soaked cherry intertwines with a touch of rose petal and sarsaparilla.

PALATE

 Inherently dynamic with concentrated fruit, focused acidity that accompanies gentle tannins leading to a long, refined finish.

BURGUNDY SERIES

2021 Volnay Pinot Noir

The 2021 Burgundy vintage experienced a difficult yet classic growing season with unpredictable weather—including spring frost and hailstorms which resulted in reduced yields. Yet, with meticulous vineyard management and selective harvesting, the wines produced are characteristically expressive and capture Burgundy’s exceptionally unique terroir. 

Volnay, Burgundy’s renowned south-east-facing vineyards stand tall with steep, dramatic views. Most impressive in this region is the oolitic limestone. Its pink and pale-green minerals are scattered amongst the banks of metamorphic rock. Best known for their irresistible floral aromas with fresh fruit and spice on the palate, these wines can be enjoyed both young and over time. 

This graceful wine reveals intricate aromas of bourbon-soaked cherry, orange rind, rose petal, sarsaparilla, and fennel. Meticulously aged in 32% new French oak, the result is a sophisticated Pinot Noir that displays vibrant acidity, gentle tannins, and a refined finish with intrinsic complexity to reward patient cellaring.

Fact of Note: Legally, Volnay is only allowed to produce red wine within the region.

Volnay, France

THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGE OF VOLNAY, situated in the Côte de Beaune, is renowned for producing some of Burgundy’s most elegant and refined Pinot Noir. Known for its silky texture and ethereal balance, Volnay is a cherished addition to Kosta Browne’s Burgundy portfolio.

Volnay’s vineyards benefit from limestone-dominant soils and an optimal climate that encourages slow, even ripening. These conditions yield wines with a delicacy and grace that are hallmarks of the appellation. The wines are often described as floral, with notes of violets and roses, and showcase an extraordinary finesse.