Hospices de Beaune
Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain
Volnay
2006
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Where it is, November 2026
At Peak: inside the peak window (2011-2027), within the full drinking arc.
This bottle is in its peak window through 2027, with a drinking horizon to 2033.
The ‘06 Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain.
Hospices de Beaune Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain 2006 is a Pinot Noir from France.
Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline
Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.
The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.
Tasting note
Hospices de Beaune's 2006 Cuvée Gauvain should carry red cherry, raspberry and rose, with a delicate earthy note beneath the fruit. The Volnay Pinot Noir is expected to feel silky and mature, fine tannins gliding across the palate while bright acidity keeps its shape graceful. Its peak period ends in 2027, and the drinking span continues to 2033. A lingering close should combine berry, tea-like earth and subtle spice.
The 2006 vintage
Hospices de Beaune's 2006 Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain is a Pinot Noir from France.
About Hospices de Beaune
Hospices de Beaune's Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain is a Pinot Noir from France.
Pairing suggestions
Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.
Magret de canard au cassis
The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.
Pintade au chou
The wine's fresh acidity keeps the pairing lively.
Noix de veau aux cèpes
The pairing leaves room for the wine's moderate tannins.
Frequently Asked
What is Hospices de Beaune Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain 2006?
Hospices de Beaune Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain 2006 is a Pinot Noir from France.
When should Hospices de Beaune Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain 2006 be opened?
The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2009-2033. Within that arc, the peak window is 2011-2027. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.
What pairs with Hospices de Beaune Volnay-Santenots 1er Cru Cuvée Gauvain 2006?
Pair this wine with Magret de canard au cassis; Pintade au chou; or Noix de veau aux cèpes.