Savigny-Les-Beaune blanc „Les Saucours“ Sans Sulfites Ajouté AOC 2021

Wine description for Savigny-Les-Beaune blanc „Les Saucours“ Sans Sulfites Ajouté AOC 2021 by Chandon de Briailles

Colour & Appearance

Sparkling golden yellow with delicate green and pale reflections – a wine that already reveals its youthful freshness and vibrancy in the glass.

Nose

A spectacular opening of striking clarity. This Chardonnay presents itself in pure form, without oak notes obscuring its origin. Saline and maritime dominate the aromatics: oyster shell, fresh seaweed, a hint of sea spray and wet chalk create an almost oceanic atmosphere. The chalky minerality harmonises beautifully with earthy, spicy notes. The fruit takes a back seat to fresh pear, quince and khaki, whilst white pepper, oregano, tarragon, sage and bay leaf complete the aromatic bouquet.

Palate

Absolutely precise and linear – this wine knows no compromise. Full of chalky minerality, it unfolds proudly on the palate. A fine phenolic structure reminiscent of Sencha tea gives the wine the necessary backbone. The maritime aromatics dominate the mouth for minutes, salty, cool and complex. The fruit submits to this mineral power, whilst the dried herbs from the nose seamlessly take over.

Finish

Long and characterised by dried herbs, with persistent salty minerality and a freshness that enlivens the palate for minutes.

Terroir & Origin

The vineyard site Les Saucours lies south of Savigny-lès-Beaune at mid-altitude with an easterly aspect. The 0.6-hectare parcel stands on clay and loam over limestone (Marnes blanches) – a terroir that gives this wine its pronounced mineral signature.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Chardonnay from eight-year-old vines, planted at 10,000 stocks per hectare with low yields of 35 hl/ha. Fermentation in large wooden vats and tonneaux, maturation for 15-18 months on fine lees in used barriques and tonneaux.

Food Pairing Recommendations

The salty minerality makes this wine ideal for oysters and seafood. Excellent also with pan-fried salmon with pine nut and leek salsa, braised calf’s tongue with lentil vinaigrette or a millet bowl with peppers and sweet potato.

Special Features

Sans Sulfites Ajouté – bottled without added sulphites. A bold step that further emphasises the purity and precision of this extraordinary terroir Chardonnay.