Savigny-Les-Beaune

Location

Savigny-Les-Beaune is an old, typically Burgundian winegrowing village located a just stone’s throw north of Beaune.

Soil The soil is gravelly and composed of calcareous clay. The vines grow on slopes that face east/southeast.

Grape variety 100 % Pinot Noir.

Vinification Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled open vats (28/30°C) with regular punching of the cap followed by 12 to 14 months ageing in oak barrels with at most 15% new oak.

Robe Beautiful deep red with ruby coloured highlights.

Nose Exudes scents of red stone fruit (sour cherry, black cherry), which are subtly enhanced by notes of mild spices (cinnamon, liquorice).

Palate Starts off with lovely body and flavours reminiscent of the red fruit perceived on the first nose with some hints of venison and a slightly spicy finish.

Serve with Try this wine with choice cuts of red meat such as rosemary-scented lamb shank, roast beef with shallots, or chicken in morel mushroom cream sauce. When it comes to cheese, opt for a Brillat-Savarin or a tomme de Savoie.

Serve at 15 to 16°C.

Cellaring potential From 3 to 7 years.