Côtes et Climats - Pierre Mayeul - Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er cru - Les Lavières - Red - 2022

Wine:

The 2022 Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Lavières Red was aged partly in one-third new barrels and can be decanted before serving. The refined nose is dominated by pure fruit, with delicate toasted notes in the background. On the palate, it reveals a dense, focused structure with rounded, subtle tannins. This is a wine that showcases all the elegance and energy of Pinot Noir, finishing long with beautifully pure fruit and a silky, enveloping texture that reflects the quality of the vintage. Rated 94/100 by our Selection Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested. 100% destemmed grapes macerated in open stainless steel vats for 22 days, with punching down and pumping over. Aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, 30% of which are new. Bottled without fining, with light filtration.

Color:

Intense brilliant ruby red.

Nose:

Very refined, red fruit aromas underscored by delicate toasted notes.

Palate:

Elegant and energetic, with pure, abundant fruit notes, this wine offers a seductive, dense and slender structure, with round, subtle tannins and a long, persistent finish.

Temperature:

Decant and serve between 14 and 16°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Country terrine, pan-fried foie gras, matured Salers beef rib, beef bourguignon, roast farm-raised guinea fowl.

Cellar aging:

Starting today, until 2032 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Founded in 2016, Côtes et Climats Pierre Mayeul has quickly earned a reputation for crafting Burgundies with true character and an uncompromising commitment to quality. Frédéric Hirault, Matthieu Bouchard, and Ludivine Griveau carefully select the best grapes, guided by deep technical expertise and an intimate understanding of Burgundy’s finest terroirs.

Strong identity, small volumes, great vineyards—the formula sounds simple, but achieving it is anything but. Every wine is shaped by the experience and intuition of Ludivine Griveau, who approaches this project with the same high standards she has always upheld.