Presentation
Located in Savigny-lès-Beaune, north of Côte de Beaune, Domaine Jean-Michel Giboulot perpetuates a family viticultural tradition since 1935. Jean-Michel Giboulot represents the third generation of winemakers and leads the estate with a respectful approach to the terroir. Covering 12 hectares, the vineyard has been cultivated organically since 2010. The vines benefit from privileged exposures on emblematic terroirs such as the Montagne de Corton, favoring the optimal maturity of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape varieties. Among the estate's flagship appellations are Savigny-lès-Beaune, Pommard, and Beaune Premier Cru. Vinification is low-intervention, with fermentation in thermoregulated stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels. The wines stand out for their elegance, complexity, and aging potential, offering a pure and refined expression of the Burgundian terroir.
Location
A blend of various parcels, some with deep, clay-rich soils and others on lighter hillside soils. Total surface area: 3.5 hectares.
Terroir
Deep, clay-rich soils that provide structure and roundness.
In the vineyard
The vines are cultivated with care and precision: soil work adapted to each parcel, pruning and yield control, canopy management, and limited treatments to preserve balance and authenticity.
Harvest
Manual harvest with careful grape selection.
Winemaking
Destemming and sorting, followed by a few days of cold maceration (12–14°C). Fermentation lasts about a week, with a total vatting time of 16 days including punch-downs (pigeages) and pump-overs (remontages).
Ageing
Aged for 10 months in oak barrels (10% new), bringing subtle structure and aromatic complexity.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Production volume : 9100 bouteilles
Age of vines : 35 years old
Serving
Serving temperature: 14 to 16°C
Ageing potential
3 to 5 years
Tasting
The Savigny-lès-Beaune Village from Domaine Jean-Michel Giboulot faithfully reflects the charm of this Côte de Beaune appellation. Its bright ruby robe reveals an elegant nose of morello cherry, fresh raspberry, and a hint of violet. With aeration, delicate notes of undergrowth and sweet spice emerge. On the palate, the wine delights with its balance between fruit-driven gourmandise and freshness, supported by fine, well-integrated tannins. The supple yet persistent finish confirms a harmonious, approachable wine with a promising ageing potential.
Food pairings
This Savigny Village pairs beautifully with herb-roasted poultry, grilled duck breast, or a veal chop with chanterelles. On the vegetarian side, it complements a grilled vegetable moussaka, a mushroom and parmesan tart, or a creamy gratin dauphinois. For cheese, it reveals its finesse alongside a Chaource, a Langres, or a Reblochon fermier.
