(90-92 points) This too is brooding and only grudgingly reveals its aromas of somber red and dark currant, forest floor and anise. The refined, delicious and punchy medium-bodied flavors also possess very good richness and solid mid-palate volume while displaying hints of austerity and warmth on the moderately structured finale. Here too at least some patience would definitely be beneficial.

(90-92 points) The 2020 Volnay Les Aussy ler Cru has a fresh raspberry and cranberry scented nose, earthy/mossy scents emerging, a touch of bacon fat. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, crisp acidity, the 30% whole bunch (by accident!) lending black pepper and clove notes towards the finish. Very fine. By Neal Martin on October 2021