Domaine Lucien Boillot & Fils 2021 Volnay 1er Cru “Les Caillerets” 1.5L Magnum — Burgundy, France
🍷 Tasting Notes & Description
The 2021 Domaine Lucien Boillot & Fils Volnay 1er Cru “Les Caillerets” in a 1.5L Magnum format is a stunning expression of Premier Cru Burgundy Pinot Noir, sourced from one of Volnay’s most esteemed vineyards. Grown from vines planted in 1948, this wine offers exceptional purity, concentration, and age-worthiness, made all the more special in the larger format which allows for slower, more graceful aging.
On the nose, it is complex and refined, revealing delicate aromas of wild red berries, crushed raspberries, and red currants, framed by subtle hints of forest floor, floral notes, toasted spice, and limestone minerality. The palate is straight and linear, lifted by bright acidity and silky tannins, offering a layered mouthfeel that is both elegant and energetic. The wine finishes with remarkable finesse, leaving a long mineral trace and a whisper of dried rose petals and spice.
This 2021 vintage captures the true essence of the Les Caillerets climat, known for its clay-limestone soils and gentle slope exposure, which gives the wine precision and poise. Crafted with minimal intervention by Pierre Boillot, a Burgundy traditionalist and master of both Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, the wine is fermented naturally, aged for up to 18 months in French oak (30% new), and bottled without fining or filtration.
Whether you're expanding your cellar or looking for a memorable gift, this 1.5L Magnum is a superb choice for Burgundy collectors and lovers of classically styled, terroir-driven wines.
🍽️ Food Pairing Suggestions
Pair with roast duck breast, wild mushroom risotto, coq au vin, or a truffle-infused soft cheese like Brillat-Savarin. Ideal for refined dinners or celebratory occasions.
🕰️ Aging Potential
Drink now through 2040+. The magnum format ensures slow evolution, preserving freshness and depth for decades.
🍇 Vineyard & Winemaking Highlights
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Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
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Vineyard: Volnay 1er Cru “Les Caillerets”
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Vine Age: Planted in 1948
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Soil: Clay and limestone
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Farming: Lutte Raisonnée (sustainable)
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Fermentation: 100% natural, cold soaked 3–5 days
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Aging: 16–18 months in French oak, max 30% new
- Unfined & Unfiltered
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Format: 1.5L Magnum
🌍 Producer Background
Pierre Boillot, heir to both Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune terroirs, brings generational savoir-faire to this domaine. Now solely overseeing Domaine Lucien Boillot, Pierre combines traditional Burgundian techniques with a focus on terroir transparency, crafting wines of purity, tension, and finesse that truly represent their appellation.
