COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Maison Camille Giroud
REGION
Burgundy
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Volnay Camille Giroud 2021 is a 100% Pinot Noir from the Volnay AOC in Burgundy's Côte de Beaune. This vintage is noted for its classic Volnay character and palpable minerality, offering a sense of lift. Maison Camille Giroud, established in 1865, has a rich history in Burgundy winemaking. The estate's current philosophy emphasizes terroir-driven wines, with grapes sourced from organic or sustainable vineyards. The winemaking process involves native yeast fermentation and minimal intervention, with aging in a mix of barrel sizes. The estate occupies a unique position, offering both traditionally aged Burgundy and transparent, terroir-focused current-vintage wines.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€75
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are planted on rocky limestone soil with alluvial deposits.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from organic or sustainable farms.
Fact 03
Fermentation uses ambient yeasts in open vats.
Fact 04
Aged in barrels ranging from 225L to 600L.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Volnay Camille Giroud 2021 is crafted from 100% Pinot Noir. Grapes are sourced from vineyards planted in the 1960s on rocky limestone soil, with a southeast-facing aspect. The fruit comes from either organic or sustainable farms. After sorting, grapes are either fully or partially destemmed. Fermentation occurs with ambient yeasts in open vats for 12-25 days, employing punch-downs and pump-overs. Minimal sulfur dioxide is added to the must. The wine is then aged for 12-24 months in barrels ranging from 225L to 600L, with 0-30% new oak. The wine is rarely stirred during aging.
