2023 Michel Lafarge Volnay Mitans

The first known reference to this lieu-dit (now premier cru) dates back to the 13th century. The name probably derives from the ‘middling’ mid-slope site of the vineyard; it’s east-facing, so it captures the morning sun. The soils here are thin and stony. It was aromatically closed at the time of Uncorked’s visit, but the texture is fabulous. Tannins are present, but velvety, and there is an evident depth across the mid-palate. It’s very structural, and leaves behind an impression of power and minerality. (NT 11/12/24)