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 great care: regular soil work enhances drainage and root development, while tailored treatments and foliage management optimize grape ripening. Yields are controlled to preserve the freshness and precision of the Aligoté grape.
Winemaking
100% destemming. Alcoholic fermentation lasts 6 to 8 days, followed by settling (débourbage) and ageing in tanks for 7 to 8 months.
Ageing
Aged in stainless steel or neutral tanks for 7 to 8 months to preserve aromatic purity and freshness.
Varietal
Aligoté : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Ingredients & nutrition ›
Serving
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
Ageing potential
2 to 3 years
Tasting
This Bourgogne Aligoté reveals a clean and vibrant profile. The nose is marked by fresh citrus notes (lemon, grapefruit), crisp green apple, and subtle hints of white flowers and fine herbs. On the palate, the attack is lively and taut, driven by a precise acidity and a delicate mineral backbone. The finish is saline and refreshing, enhancing the varietal’s purity. An ideal aperitif wine, yet also versatile enough for seafood or light, refined dishes.
Visual appearance
Clear and bright with pale lemon hues
At nose
Fresh citrus, green apple, white flowers, herbs
On the palate
Tense and mineral with crisp acidity, refreshing and pure finish
Food pairings
This Bourgogne Aligoté pairs wonderfully with classic Burgundy gougères or fresh oysters. Its liveliness enhances the savory richness of the former and the briny freshness of the latter.
