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
Plot of 56.28 ares
Terroir
Clay-limestone soil
In the vineyard
Soil is regularly tilled to promote aeration and deep rooting. Cultural practices are adapted to each vintage to maintain vine health and balance. Yield control is applied through green harvesting and canopy management. Harvesting is carried out manually to preserve the integrity of the berries and ensure optimal selection.
Winemaking
100% destemming, followed by pre-fermentation cold maceration (4 to 5 days). Gentle extraction with pump-overs and punch-downs. Vatting time lasts between 10 and 15 days.
Ageing
Aged for 10 to 11 months in oak barrels, including 25% new oak, providing both structure and finesse.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Age of vines : 40 years old
Serving
Serving Temperature: 14–16°C
Ageing potential
5 to 10 years
Tasting
A bright robe with garnet reflections. The nose reveals notes of black fruits such as blackberry and black cherry, with a touch of truffle. On the palate, the tannins are subtle and elegant, with a fleshy, generous texture.
Visual appearance
Bright garnet highlights
At nose
Blackberry, black cherry, truffle
On the palate
Supple tannins, fleshy texture, elegant structure
Food pairings
An excellent pairing with game meats such as venison, roe deer, or braised beef. It also complements desserts made with red fruits.
