The 2002 Marquis d'Angerville Volnay Taillepieds was deep, rich, resonant and beautifully balanced.

Outstanding. It's almost hard to believe but this offers even more elegance, finesse and precision than the Champans with a purity of expression that rivals the very best wines of the Côte de Beaune in 2002. This just oozes sap, which buffers the otherwise firm, mineral-infused, punchy flavors and rounds out the presently very racy finish. A wine of impeccable balance and this too is very Volnay. Drink: 2010-20
-Allen Meadows, burghound.com Issue: 14. Tasted: Apr 01, 2004

Riper and more plump on the nose with the typical smoky blackberry scent. The palate is more masculine than Champans but has excellent concentration. Firm and tannic with a long finish. This has good aging potential. Tasted 1/04

Medium red. Ripe aromas of red fruits, minerals and smoke. Fat, full and sweet, with spicy flavors of strawberry, raspberry and cherry. Tangy and vibrant in the mid-palate, and long and juicy on the finish. This has more tannic backbone than the Champans. In fact, Villette says this is more tannic than the 2003 example. Offers considerable aging potential.

As is typical for this wine at this address, the 2002 Volnay Taillepieds displays a boisterous nose of plump, sweet black fruits. On the attack and mid-palate, this effort is extremely broad, lush, and intense. Its red and black cherry fruit is intermingled with herbs, spices, and minerals. Medium to full-bodied, it has outstanding depth, loads in reserve, and the structure for aging. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2017. Importer: Diageo Chateau and Estate Wines Company., New York, NY; tel. (212) 419-1400

Wine Advocate June, 2004

As is typical for this wine at this address, the 2002 Volnay Taillepieds displays a boisterous nose of plump, sweet black fruits. On the attack and mid-palate, this effort is extremely broad, lush, and intense. Its red and black cherry fruit is intermingled with herbs, spices, and minerals. Medium to full-bodied, it has outstanding depth, loads in reserve, and the structure for aging. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2017.

Cask sample. Rich and round on the nose. Lots of acidity and texture. Rather fine. Very exciting, though needs time. Some cough-medicine quality. (JR)