Presentation
The viticultural history of the Girard family dates back more than five centuries in Savigny-lès-Beaune. Jean-Jacques Girard perpetuates this tradition by creating his own estate, continuing the work of seven generations before him. In 2008, his son Vincent Girard joined the estate, consolidating the family's identity. Today, the estate covers 15 hectares and produces about 100,000 bottles per year. Viticulture is based on a sustainable approach and a deep respect for the terroir, combining traditional methods and technical innovations. The wines, vinified with precision and aged in oak barrels, express the typicity of the great terroirs of Savigny-lès-Beaune and neighboring appellations. They offer superb complexity, combining structure, finesse, and remarkable aging potential.
Terroir
A clay-limestone soil typical of the Côte de Beaune, located on well-exposed slopes in Meursault, offering richness and minerality to the Chardonnay grape.
In the vineyard
The vineyard is managed using sustainable viticulture practices, with regular soil work to encourage root development and reduce herbicide use. Yields are carefully controlled to ensure aromatic concentration. Harvesting is done by hand, with selective sorting directly in the vineyard.
Harvest
Manual harvest with meticulous sorting in the vineyard, ensuring healthy and uniform fruit.
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pressing, followed by cold settling. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in oak barrels under temperature control to preserve freshness and aromatic complexity.
Ageing
Aged in oak barrels for approximately 12 months, with a moderate proportion of new oak to respect the purity of the terroir.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Serving
Serving temperature: 12 to 14°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
Meursault “Les Villages” displays a brilliant golden robe. The nose is elegant, combining white flowers, dried fruits, and buttery notes. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and round, with a lovely mineral tension and a persistent finish.
Visual appearance
Clear robe with bright golden reflections.
At nose
Aromas of white flowers, hazelnut, fresh butter, and subtle toasted notes.
On the palate
Soft attack, creamy texture, vibrant mineral freshness, and long finish.
Food pairings
Perfect with grilled or sauced fish, shellfish, creamy poultry dishes, or soft cheeses such as Brillat-Savarin or Chaource.
