Savigny-lès-Beaune Pimentiers

France, Burgundy, Côte de Beaune, Savigny-lès-Beaune AOC
Bottle
Ratings
90/100
Identity
Producer Domaine A.F. Gros
Year 2023
Vol 0.75
Grapes 100% Pinot Noir
Color Red
Sweetness Dry
Tasting
Color Desc Bright ruby colour
Aroma Aromas of red cherry, strawberry, raspberry jam, violets, with gentle spice and earthy nuances
Palate On the palate — medium-bodied with fresh acidity, silky tannins, an elegant fruit core, and delicate minerality
Finish The finish is persistent and harmonious
Food Pairing Perfect with duck breast, roasted veal, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, and soft cheeses
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.0
Aging Process partial ageing in oak barrels
Fermentation Fermentation and partial ageing in oak barrels. The grapes go through a short cold maceration, and then the fermentation process.
Terroir
clay-limestone soils
Interesting facts
Vines grow in clay-limestone soils, giving elegance and mineral structure. Fermentation and partial ageing in oak barrels add subtle spice while preserving fruit freshness. Anne-Françoise Gros, originally from Vosne-Romanée, married François Parent of Pommard.