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 meticulously maintained with regular soil work to stimulate root development and drainage. Vineyard practices are tailored to the vintage, ensuring optimal vine balance. Yield control is performed through green harvesting, and harvesting is carried out manually or mechanically depending on the plot and ripeness.
Winemaking
100% destemming, gentle pressing, and settling (débourbage), followed by alcoholic fermentation in tank lasting 10 to 15 days.
Ageing
Aged for 8 to 10 months in oak barrels, with 25% to 35% new oak, bringing subtle complexity and balance.
Varietal
Chardonnay : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 50 years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
This Savigny-lès-Beaune Blanc stands out with a fresh, refined profile that reflects the appellation’s clay-limestone soils. The nose reveals aromas of white flowers (hawthorn, acacia), fresh citrus (lemon, grapefruit), and crisp pear. With aeration, notes of dried fruit and toasted bread emerge, indicating a discreet and elegant oak ageing. The palate opens with a vibrant attack and a beautiful mineral tension, balanced by a soft, slightly buttery texture. A saline, persistent finish confirms the wine’s precision and harmony.
Food pairings
This Savigny-lès-Beaune Blanc is a perfect match for sole meunière with lemon butter and fresh parsley—the dish’s delicacy echoing the wine’s mineral elegance.
