François Lumpp - Givry 1er cru - A Vigne Rouge - Red - 2023

Wine:

The 2023 Givry Premier Cru À Vigne Red comes from a 2.45-hectare parcel of limestone and fine marl soils, and consistently delivers a wine that’s fresh, refined, and impressively elegant. This is a Premier Cru with real dimension — combining vibrant energy, depth, and precision. It’s a wine of striking finesse and lift, with the kind of balance that puts it on par with some of the more prestigious names from the Côte de Nuits. With over a decade of aging potential ahead, this is a standout that’s built to impress.

Vinification:

The grapes are hand-harvested and fully destemmed. A cold pre-fermentation maceration is followed by alcoholic fermentation and a month-long maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged for 12 months in oak barrels, 70% of which are new, adding depth and complexity without overwhelming the fruit.

It undergoes an additional 5 months of aging in stainless steel to bring balance and freshness, followed by a gentle filtration using Kieselguhr earth. Bottling is scheduled for February 25, 2025.

Color:

Bright red of good intensity.

Nose:

Aromas of black fruits mixed with notes of cherry.

Palate:

Fresh and delicate, with beautifully ripe fruit flavours, this cuvée reveals an elegant, finely textured palate. It strikes a perfect balance between tension and depth, all carried by a vibrant energy that makes it both refined and expressive.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Entrecôte steak, quail stuffed with porcini mushrooms, mature cheeses.

Cellar aging:

From today until 2034 and beyond for amateurs.

A standout estate in Givry with two stars from the RVF — France’s most respected wine magazine — Domaine François Lumpp has won over wine lovers with its finesse and elegance. These wines are impeccably crafted, aged with care, and deliver remarkable precision and structure, making them perfect for cellaring.

Vintage after vintage, the Lumpp family — now led by the new generation — continues to push for excellence, refining each cuvée with impressive precision. The use of oak barrels is particularly well-judged: 70% new barrels are used, but the integration is so seamless, it enhances the wine without overpowering it. For the Whites, the choice of 400-liter barrels helps maintain a lively, playful freshness.

These are among the finest wines from the Côte Chalonnaise, with beautifully defined aromas and flavors that speak of true craftsmanship.