Mme. Jobard informed me that the 1999 Volnay Clos Des Chenes would neither be fined nor filtered. It is medium to dark ruby-colored and has a dense aromatic profile filled with ripe red and black cherries. Beautiful layers of sweet cherries, raspberries, strawberries, and fresh herbs can be found in this medium-bodied, harmonious, and gorgeously feminine wine. Anticipated maturity: now-2007. Importer: Dreyfus Ashby, New York, NY; tel. (212) 818-0770.

A bit diffuse, this wine lacks a bit of focus, but it still delivers nice red and black fruit. Medium-bodied, it turns somewhat crisp on the finish. Drink now.??–PM??Region: France / Burgundy / Volnay Select to Add