95 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "[$135 list] The 2008 Volnay Clos de la Bousse d'Or is impeccable from start to finish. Elegant, refined aromatics weave into layers of fruit as this substantial Volnay shows off its class and purity. The finish is supple and delicate, with plenty of reserve. Anticipated maturity: 2023-2038. (May 2011)"

92 points Stephen Tanzer (International Wine Cellar): "Full red-ruby. Intriguing aromas of menthol, pepper, brown spices and exotic flowers. Then suave and fine-grained in the mouth, with lovely purity to the youthfully imploded black cherry fruit. A step up from the Caillerets in finesse of texture. Finishes firm and long but not at all dry, with bright, integrated acidity. Very successful wine. (Mar/Apr 2011)"