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The Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru Les Peuillets 2022 is an elegant and refined red Burgundy, crafted from Pinot Noir grapes grown on one of the southernmost Premier Cru climats of the appellation. This wine offers a perfect expression of Burgundy’s terroir, combining finesse, depth, and complexity.

Wine Characteristics

• Appellation: Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru AOP
• Vintage: 2022
• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Climat: Les Peuillets
• Terroir: Stony, sandy clay-limestone, highly draining
• Vine Age: Planted in 1986

Vinification and Aging
The Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru Les Peuillets 2022 is crafted with precision and respect for the terroir, highlighting the wine’s elegance and aromatic depth. The grapes undergo a 10 to 14-day infusion during maceration, with a portion of whole-cluster fermentation, adding complexity and structure. Fermentation is carried out using indigenous yeasts, preserving the wine's authentic expression of its origin. The wine is then aged for 14 to 20 months in French oak barrels, with 15% to 25% new oak, enhancing its texture and aromatic complexity.

Tasting Notes

The wine displays a bright ruby-red color with garnet reflections, indicating its youth and vibrancy. The bouquet is intense and inviting, offering aromas of ripe black fruits such as blackberry and black cherry, mingled with delicate notes of spices, black pepper, and subtle earthiness. The mouthfeel is generous and silky, with a remarkable structure supported by smooth, elegant tannins. Flavors of black fruits and spice dominate, while the wine’s freshness and length bring balance and finesse. The finish is long and refined, with lingering notes of forest floor and peppery spice.