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Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Gravains
Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Gravains
Location
Savigny-Les-Beaune is an old, typically Burgundian winegrowing village located in the Côte de Beaune, just a stone’s throw north of Beaune.
Soil
Benefiting from full southern exposure at the northeastern edge of the village of Savigny, this single vineyard covers a relatively gentle slope whose soil is calcareous clay-based. The vineyard’s name, ``Gravains``, refers to the gravel that is present in the sandy soil.
Grape variety
100 % Pinot Noir.
Vinification
Traditional Burgundian vinification in open vats with long maceration and punching of the cap. Aged in oak barrels (25 to 30% new oak) for 14 to 16 months to lend structure and complexity to the wine.
Robe
Deep colour with ruby highlights.
Nose
Intense and powerful with aromas of sour cherry and blackcurrant, mineral nuances and a touch of forest undergrowth.
Palate
Starts off soft, with well-integrated tannins that lend this Premier Cru its finesse and elegance. The finish is complex, with delicate oaky notes.
Serve with
Perfect with choice cuts of beef, specialty poultry and seared foie gras. Try this wine with rabbit in blackcurrant mustard sauce or pork tenderloin with ginger and pineapple. As for cheeses, local tomme de Morvan, fresh Soumaintrain and Chaource will bring out all this wine has to offer.
Serve at
15 to 16°C.
Cellaring potential
From 5 to 10 years.
