Jean-Marc Bouley
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The Jean-Marc Bouley Bourgogne Aligote 2018 is an exquisite expression of superb winemaking from one of Bourgogne's hidden gems. This specimen hails from vineyards nestled in the heart Volnay, expertly tended by the dedicated Jean-Marc Bouley himself. Sourcing exceptional Aligote grapes, this wine's creation is a personal passion project for Bouley.
Produced through traditional viticulture, this single-varietal wine has a precise, nuanced character, influenced by the terroir’s limestone and clay soils. Opening the bottle, one is instantly met with tantalising aromas of crisp apples, fresh pears, and a dash of citrus. On the palate, Jean-Marc Bouley Bourgogne Aligote 2018 surprises with hints of honeyed, ripe fruit, and a touch of mineral complexity.
This vintage is a testament to Bouley's meticulous winemaking with its balanced acidity and a refreshing, clean finish. An elegant Bourgogne Aligote, it impeccably reflects this remarkable winemaker's dedication and devotion to his craft.
Inc. VAT£2,131.78 -
Vinous (91-93)
(the Bouleys own a parcel of 50-to-55-year-old vines in the windy northern part of the cru that mostly avoided the frost in 2016; almost entirely destemmed): Full, deep red. Aromas of dark cherry and black raspberry are complemented by a musky oak element. Concentrated, rich and sweet, displaying an old-vines density to its flavors of cherry and saline minerality. This nuanced wine seems a bit less austere than usual but is nonetheless a more powerful style than the Carelles. Finishes with ripe tannins, subtle persistence and noteworthy grip.Inc. VAT£541.24 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2017 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru includes 50% whole bunch fruit. It has a clean and precise bouquet, quite tight at the moment with touches of chalk filtered through the red fruit. The palate is crisp and taut with fine tannin, impressive mineralité. Not a powerful Clos des Chênes but certainly precise and lightly spiced on the finish. Good potential, but this will need patience.Inc. VAT£860.44 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru comes from 45- to 65-year-old vines in a more exposed location than the Les Carelles, at 300m altitude. This year it includes 40% whole cluster. It has more complexity and precision on the nose by comparison with the Les Carelles, featuring lovely raspberry and wild strawberry fruit laced with crushed stone aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. A finely tuned, precise Volnay with superb precision on the finish. This comes highly recommended.Inc. VAT£907.49 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru offers darker fruit on the nose compared to Bouley's other cuvées, touches of blackberry, wilted rose petals and crushed stone. The terroir really shines through. The palate is framed by filigree tannins that impart a silky texture, almost languorous on the finish that lingers. A sensual offering.Inc. VAT£1,283.09 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2017 Volnay Village offers pure raspberry preserve and crushed strawberry scents on the nose. The palate is crunchy and lively on the entry, with fine grip, quite Pommard-like in style thanks to the structured, slightly tertiary finish with hints of brine on the aftertaste. Fine.Inc. VAT£632.69 -
Vinous (85-87)
The 2018 Volnay Village will have around 20% new oak in the final blend. This feels a little smudged on the nose, with blurry red berry fruit. The palate is better defined, offering red cherry and strawberry on the opening and fine acidity, although it needs a little more length on the tart finish.Inc. VAT£1,062.58
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The Jean-Marc Bouley Bourgogne Aligote 2018 is an exquisite expression of superb winemaking from one of Bourgogne's hidden gems. This specimen hails from vineyards nestled in the heart Volnay, expertly tended by the dedicated Jean-Marc Bouley himself. Sourcing exceptional Aligote grapes, this wine's creation is a personal passion project for Bouley.
Produced through traditional viticulture, this single-varietal wine has a precise, nuanced character, influenced by the terroir’s limestone and clay soils. Opening the bottle, one is instantly met with tantalising aromas of crisp apples, fresh pears, and a dash of citrus. On the palate, Jean-Marc Bouley Bourgogne Aligote 2018 surprises with hints of honeyed, ripe fruit, and a touch of mineral complexity.
This vintage is a testament to Bouley's meticulous winemaking with its balanced acidity and a refreshing, clean finish. An elegant Bourgogne Aligote, it impeccably reflects this remarkable winemaker's dedication and devotion to his craft.
In Bond£1,738.00 -
Vinous (91-93)
(the Bouleys own a parcel of 50-to-55-year-old vines in the windy northern part of the cru that mostly avoided the frost in 2016; almost entirely destemmed): Full, deep red. Aromas of dark cherry and black raspberry are complemented by a musky oak element. Concentrated, rich and sweet, displaying an old-vines density to its flavors of cherry and saline minerality. This nuanced wine seems a bit less austere than usual but is nonetheless a more powerful style than the Carelles. Finishes with ripe tannins, subtle persistence and noteworthy grip.In Bond£435.00 -
Vinous (90-92)
The 2017 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru includes 50% whole bunch fruit. It has a clean and precise bouquet, quite tight at the moment with touches of chalk filtered through the red fruit. The palate is crisp and taut with fine tannin, impressive mineralité. Not a powerful Clos des Chênes but certainly precise and lightly spiced on the finish. Good potential, but this will need patience.In Bond£701.00 -
Vinous (92-94)
The 2018 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru comes from 45- to 65-year-old vines in a more exposed location than the Les Carelles, at 300m altitude. This year it includes 40% whole cluster. It has more complexity and precision on the nose by comparison with the Les Carelles, featuring lovely raspberry and wild strawberry fruit laced with crushed stone aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. A finely tuned, precise Volnay with superb precision on the finish. This comes highly recommended.In Bond£737.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2019 Volnay Clos des Chênes 1er Cru offers darker fruit on the nose compared to Bouley's other cuvées, touches of blackberry, wilted rose petals and crushed stone. The terroir really shines through. The palate is framed by filigree tannins that impart a silky texture, almost languorous on the finish that lingers. A sensual offering.In Bond£1,050.00 -
Vinous (88-90)
The 2017 Volnay Village offers pure raspberry preserve and crushed strawberry scents on the nose. The palate is crunchy and lively on the entry, with fine grip, quite Pommard-like in style thanks to the structured, slightly tertiary finish with hints of brine on the aftertaste. Fine.In Bond£508.00 -
Vinous (85-87)
The 2018 Volnay Village will have around 20% new oak in the final blend. This feels a little smudged on the nose, with blurry red berry fruit. The palate is better defined, offering red cherry and strawberry on the opening and fine acidity, although it needs a little more length on the tart finish.In Bond£847.00
