Volnay 1er Cru Cuvée Muteau

Domaine des Hospices de Beaune

Albert Bichot’s view

Intense red color. Lively, intense raspberry nose with a touch of licorice. Firm, dense palate that doesn't suppress the wine's subtleties.

Food pairings

Serrano ham chiffonade, braised endives, lasagne, veal chop.

Terroirs
Details

A mosaic of terroirs make up this cuvée. While Taille-Pieds brings airy notes, it's Carelle and Caillerets that are key to the refined, classy texture of the mid-palate. Finally, the Clos and Frémiets give this cuvée elegance and great ageing potential.

Region: Côte de Beaune
Village: Volnay
Level: Premier Cru
Appellation: Volnay 1er cru
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Plots: Le Village 0.78 ha, Frémiets 0.23 ha, Taille Pieds 0.19 ha, En Caillerets dessus 0.18 ha, Carelle sous Chapelle 0.16 ha.

Vinification and aging

This Volnay 1er Cru Cuvée Muteau has been skilfully vinified by the Domaine des Hospices de Beaune. Sold every year at the Hospices auction on the 3rd Sunday in November, Albert Bichot regularly buys this great wine on behalf of clients who then entrust us with its ageing in our cellars. During this important period, thanks to meticulous work and the blending of a variety of barrels, we further develop its complexity and potential.

Le Domaine des Hospices de Beaune est certifié bio depuis la récolte 2024 et bien entendu nous élevons dans nos caves Albert Bichot ce vin en respectant cette philosophie respectueuse de l’environnement.

The art of aging by Albert Bichot

History of the cuvée

A former student at the Cadre Noir de Saumur, Cavalry Officer promoted to General in 1914, Staff Officer to General Foch during the First World War, Grand-Croix de la Légion d'Honneur, Paul-Jules Muteau (1856-1927) left in 1926, in addition to fine works of art in the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, a major donation to the Hôtel-Dieu, including the Laborde-au-Château estate. The Cuvée is made up of five of the finest Volnay Premier Crus.