Presentation
Located in the heart of Savigny-lès-Beaune, this family estate dates back over five centuries. Brothers Philippe and Jean-Jacques Girard, heirs to ancestral know-how, each developed their own estate. Today, Arnaud Girard, Philippe's son, takes over. The estate spans 11 hectares, practicing sustainable viticulture, with a distribution of 60% whites and 40% reds, on prestigious appellations: Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pernand-Vergelesses, Aloxe-Corton, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Pommard, and Volnay. Vinifications respect the vintage, with careful aging in oak barrels, offering elegant wines with great aging potential. Its distinctive feature? Rigorous family transmission and precise vinification that honor the terroirs of the Côte de Beaune.
Location
10,000 vines/ha
Terroir
Clay-limestone soil
In the vineyard
The vineyard is managed with care: soil is worked regularly to encourage aeration and root health, while foliage is carefully maintained for optimal sun exposure. Yield control is applied through green harvesting. Harvesting is conducted manually or mechanically, depending on ripeness and parcel characteristics.
Winemaking
100% destemmed, followed by a 4 to 5-day cold pre-fermentation maceration. Pump-overs and punch-downs are used for gentle extraction. Vatting lasts 8 to 10 days.
Ageing
Aged in oak barrels for 10 to 12 months, with 25% to 35% new oak, to bring structure and aromatic refinement.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 90 years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 14–16°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
This wine displays a ruby red color. The nose combines floral and fruity aromas, while the palate is well-balanced. Its roundness enhances the expression of its fruit character.
Visual appearance
Ruby red
At nose
Floral and fruity notes
On the palate
Balanced, round, with expressive fruit
Food pairings
A delightful companion to flavorful beef cuts or even pan-seared foie gras. Also pairs nicely with roasted, lacquered, or caramelized poultry. Ideal with mild-flavored cheeses such as Chaource, Tomme, Mont d'Or, or Reblochon.
