"From white chalky soils that Blair believes should really be planted with Chardonnay, the 2012 Volnay 1er Cru Les Pitures is slightly deeper in color that his other 2012s. The nose is full and complete with red cherries, light strawberry and a touch of raspberry, the oak needing longer than the domaine’s other 2012s to fully integrate. The palate is tannic with a firm backbone, perhaps more Pommard in style than Volnay, adorned with a linear, strict finish. Very fine."