Santenay
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
Located at the southern extremity of the Côte de Beaune, Santenay was known in Gallo-Roman times for its hot springs. The source "Santinae aquae" (healing waters) gave the village its name.
The appellation's 830 acres cover the lower slopes of the Mont-de-Sène hill, at altitudes of up to 300 metres where the vines benefit from idea exposure ranging from eastern to southern.
Tasting
Fine nose featuring notes of red fruit (cherry, strawberry, raspberry...) enhanced by a touch of smoke. Very harmonious, delectable and soft on the palate featuring delicate structure. Long, exceptionally fruity finish.
Food/wine pairing
This Santenay is an ideal wine for elaborate red meat dishes, game and classic cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Taste this wine with roasted or braised red and white meats, or with medium cheeses.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Limestone soil containing marls
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time
: 18 to 21 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 15% to 20%