Volnay is a dry red appellation in Côte de Beaune, Burgundy. The dominant grapes are Pinot Noir. The key soils are limestone, thin soils, marl. The climate is characterized by continental, Côte de Beaune slope exposure. Volnay is a key map contrast with Pommard: finesse versus firmer structure. Typical fruit: raspberry, red cherry, strawberry. Other typical notes: violet, rose, spice. Wines typically show fine tannin, medium-plus acidity, medium body. Ageing potential is moderate to high. Côte de Beaune red village. Pinot Noir.