Savigny-Lès-Beaune "Les Saucours"
Situation
Côte de Beaune
Level
AOC Premier Cru
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Savigny-Les-Beaune is an old, typically Burgundian winegrowing village, just north of Beaune. Today, the appellation is divided between the cultivation of Pinot Noir (85%) and Chardonnay (15%) grapes. The topography, which can vary markedly on either side of the small Rhoin river, contributes to the typicity as well as the diversity of this cru.
"Les Saucours" is located at the entrance to the village on a moderately steep, north-facing slope where the soil contains a relatively high proportion of marls, this climat is particularly well suited to the cultivation of Chardonnay grapes.
Tasting
Delicate nose featuring notes of white flowers and citrus fruit. On the palate, this taut, well-structured wine also boasts lovely roundness, giving it perfect balance. The fresh, fruity finish is very elegant.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with finely prepared fish and seafood, or with roasted or stewed poultry and white meats.
Serving and keeping
Serve between 12 and 14°C (53-57°F).
To enjoy young on the fruit or to keep 3 to 5 years.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay soil containing gravel
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Vatting: In oak barrels 100%
Vatting time: 6 weeks to 2 months
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 15% to 20%