Savigny Les Beaune Bichot 1er Cru Les Peuillets 75cl

Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Peuillets is an elegant red wine made from Pinot Noir, characterized by oak barrel aging that gives it structure, finesse, and aromatic complexity.

Origin and Terroir
Location: Between Beaune and Savigny-lès-Beaune, southeast-facing, low-relief terroir with gravelly, reddish-brown limestone soils and low clay content 

Vine age: Approximately 50 to 60 years depending on the estate 

Viticulture and Winemaking
Grape variety: Exclusively Pinot Noir 

Pruning: Royat cordon and single Guyot, with manual harvesting and rigorous sorting in the vineyard and at the 
cellar
Winemaking: 100% free-run juice, pre-fermentation maceration for 4 to 5 days at low temperature, fermentation for approximately 8 to 10 days or up to 20 days depending on the estate, using indigenous yeasts
Aging: 11 to 15 months in French oak barrels (Allier and Vosges), with 20-30% to 22% new oak, providing subtle wood influence without excess 

Wine Characteristics
Appearance: Dark red with purple highlights 

Nose: Complex aromas of red and black fruits (cherry, plum), with spicy and licorice notes 

Palate: Powerful, balanced, full-bodied, with finesse, well-integrated tannins, and an elegant structure 

Aging potential: Between 5 and 15 years depending on the producer, with the ability to evolve favorably in the bottle 

Food Pairings and Serving Suggestions
Serving temperature: Between 15°C and 17°C 
Culinary pairings: Red meats (beef fillet, roast), poultry (duck, turkey in sauce), soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert, and refined dishes with sauce 

The name "Les Peuillets" could refer to an old wood or indicate a poor soil, promoting the quality of the grapes through moderate vine stress, which explains the finesse of these wines typical of this Burgundian appellation 

This appellation offers a typically Burgundian wine, combining fruity elegance and moderate power, ideal for those looking for a Premier Cru to enjoy young or to keep for harmonious aging.