Lucien Le Moine, Volnay Caillerets other_regions_italy 3 to 4 barrels are

3 to 4 barrels are produced each year)

with potential longevity of two decades or more

(from Creux Brouillard and the villages portion of Clos Prieur)

smoke and earthiness add layers of complexity and nuance

Lucien Le Moine, Volnay Caillerets other_regions_italy 3 to 4 barrels areReduction masks the underlying fruit though does not extend to the palate of the much, much finer if decidedly less powerful flavors that exude evident minerality and underlying tension before culminating in a bitter cherry infused finish. I like the depth though the dusty finish is somewhat short at present. Note that my predicted range assumes that the length will sort itself out. (89 92) 2029+