Francois Mikulski, Volnay Santenots Milieu other_regions_italy opulent and very rounded medium-bodied

opulent and very rounded medium-bodied flavors brim with dry extract that buffers the moderately firm acid spine supporting the solidly persistent finish that also exhibits a hint of bitter citrus

This impressed me quite a bit for its harmony and sheer persistence if not raw depth

It's almost rambunctious

Sound acids and suave but firm-edged tannins give this excellent balance

Tasted at the vertical tasting at Sociando-Mallet

Francois Mikulski, Volnay Santenots Milieu other_regions_italy opulent and very rounded medium-bodiedA plethora of floral elements, especially violet and lilac, is present on the aromas of dark cherry, red currant and pretty spice nuances. There is again a lovely sense of energy to the detailed, stony and tautly muscular flavors that possess focused power that seems to build on the youthfully austere, sappy and impressively long finish. This is a classically styled Santenots that will also need at least some patience.