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Savigny-Les Beaune 1er Cru Les Peuillets
Savigny-Les Beaune 1er Cru Les Peuillets
Location
Savigny-Les-Beaune is an old, typically Burgundian winegrowing village in the Côte de Beaune located a stone’s throw north of Beaune.
Soil
Overlying calcareous clay soil with hard limestone subsoil, the “Les Peuillets” single vineyard lies adjacent to the Beaune appellation, at an altitude of 250 metres on average.
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
Lovely ruby red colour with garnet highlights.
Nose
Exudes scents of red berries, vegetal notes such as blackcurrant buds and a touch of forest undergrowth.
Palate
Gorgeous substance with flavours revolving around black fruit with a touch of spice and ending on an oaky finish.
Serve with
This is an ideal wine to serve with meat: grilled sirloin steak with chanterelle mushrooms, Dijon mustard-crusted veal chops and rotisserie roasted leg of lamb. When choosing cheeses, opt for mild varieties such as Brie de Meaux, Chaource or Neufchâtel.
Serve at
15 to 16°C.
Cellaring potential
From 5 to 10 years.
