The 2010 Volnay 1er Cru Taillepied from Domaine de Montille asserts itself today with a chalky tension and an athletic straightness that are beginning to reveal superb tertiary nuances. On the palate, fresh blackberry combines with fine licorice and a saline mineral touch, carried by tannins that are now melted but possess great structure. This cuvée delivers a slender and vibrant finish, confirming that it is ideally built to continue aging with grace.