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Marquis d'Angerville Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Ducs Monopole 2019 (1500ml)

Marquis d'Angerville Volnay 1er Cru Clos des Ducs Monopole 2019 (1500ml)

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Structured, Concentrated, and the Estate’s Flagship

As the exclusive monopole of Domaine Marquis d'Angerville, "Clos des Ducs" represents the most serious and structured wine in their portfolio. Positioned on a steep, east-facing limestone slope, this site typically produces a firmer, more vertical style of Volnay that requires time to open. The 2019 vintage was a warm year in Burgundy, resulting in a wine with noticeable density and depth. It offers a profile of dark cherries, plums, and earth, backed by significant, fine-grained tannins and a persistent, mineral-driven finish. It is a classic example of this specific site’s character, built for long-term development.
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Style Profile at a Glance

Attribute Profile Scale
Body Medium-Plus, Dense & Concentrated ●●●●●
Tannins Firm, Fine-Grained & High Intensity ●●●●●
Sweetness Bone-Dry ●●●●●
Acidity Balanced & Persistent ●●●●●
Fruit Dark Cherry, Plum & Dried Currant ●●●●●
Oak Integrated (Aged in French Oak, ~20-25% New Wood) ●●●●●

Vineyard & Estate Background

  • 92 Points Star Rating ★★★★☆ – Jasper Morris Inside Burgundy "A bright medium deep purple, quite a lot of oak on it, initially a slightly abrasive style as pertaining to a wine which does not want to be too ready too early. Rather reductive in fact. A slight hint of alcohol, but overall an impression of latent power, even some slightly black fruit, without losing all Volnay character. The reduction has slightly hidden – for now – this wine’s evident qualities. Drink from 2028-2038. Tasted Sep 2023."
  • The Clos des Ducs Monopoly: This site is unique within the estate. A "monopole" refers to a vineyard owned entirely by a single entity. "Clos des Ducs" sits on a steep incline with thin, limestone-rich soils that typically produce a distinct, sturdy style of Pinot Noir that requires significant time to mature compared to other Volnay Premier Crus.
  • Biodynamic Stewardship: The estate maintains rigorous biodynamic standards. This practice focuses on maintaining soil vitality and vine balance, ensuring that the fruit expresses the vintage's conditions without excessive cellar intervention.

Highlights

  • 100% Pinot Noir from the "Clos des Ducs" monopole vineyard, exclusively owned by the estate.
  • Certified biodynamic farming practices.
  • Aged traditionally in French oak for roughly 18 months, with moderate new wood usage tailored to the vintage’s natural concentration.

Tasting Notes

  • Appearance: Deep ruby with a slight garnet rim.
  • Nose: Concentrated and focused, displaying aromas of black cherry, plum skin, and dark raspberry, with tertiary notes of turned earth, forest floor, and subtle spice from the oak aging.
  • Palate: Dry and medium-plus in body. The concentration of the 2019 vintage is evident in the mid-palate, which feels dense and layered. The tannins are prominent and firm, providing the structure that defines this vineyard. The finish is long and dry, showing classic Volnay minerality.

Serving Suggestion

  • Temperature: Serve at 16–17°C. A slightly warmer serving temperature allows the dense structure and aromatic complexity to breathe.
  • Decanting: This wine benefits from significant aeration. Decanting 1 to 2 hours in advance will help soften the firm tannins and allow the deeper, earthy aromatics to emerge. This has the structure to age well through 2035–2040.
  • Western Pairing: Braised beef short ribs, roasted leg of lamb, game birds, or aged hard cheeses like Comté.
  • Asian Pairing: Braised beef brisket, Cantonese roast goose, or mushrooms braised in oyster sauce.

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