Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru Mitans 2023 Green Fairy limestone soils

limestone soils

" the vineyard's proper designation: a two-hectare lieu-dit at the base of the Meursault hill

The result is a highly drinkable

and a touch of Meyer lemon zest

with hints of nutmeg and allspice adding complexity

Domaine Michel Lafarge Volnay 1er Cru Mitans 2023 Green Fairy limestone soilsThe Land Volnay sits on the Cte de Beaune's western slope, and Les Mitans occupies a narrow band of mid slope that many consider the appellation's most classically proportioned premier cru. The Lafarge parcel is 0. 39 hectares, planted in 1952 and 1976, on a southeast facing site at roughly 250 meters elevation. Soils here are deep brown clay and silt over limestone bedrock, heavier than some Volnay sites, which gives Mitans its characteristic depth