The Ampeau family is famous for releasing wines only when they believe they’re ready, and this 2002 Volnay Santenots is a perfect example of why that matters. From a top premier cru on the Meursault side of Volnay, the wine shows the vintage’s balance and finesse with beautiful, evolved aromatics: dried cherry, rose petal, sous-bois, and a touch of warm spice. The tannins have melted into a silky texture, but there’s still enough structure and acidity to keep everything lifted. Quietly complex, perfectly aged Burgundy that delivers the elegance and perfume Volnay is known for.