Domaine du Château de Meursault : Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er cru "Les Peuillets" 2022

A tannic and fruity Savigny-Les-Beaune wine

The estate

In the heart of the Côte de Beaune, the Domaine du Château de Meursault is one of the legendary winemaking estates of Burgundy. Having borne witness to over 1,000 years of history, the Château de Meursault is a true jewel in Burgundy, now owned by the Halley family.

The vineyard

The Domaine du Château de Meursault oversees an exceptional vineyard in Burgundy, spread across 65 hectares, from Puligny-Montrachet to Aloxe-Corton, certified in Organic Agriculture since 2019.

The wine

A major name among the great Savigny-Les-Beaune wines, this Premier Cru "Les Peuillets" 2022 du Domaine from Château de Meursault is developed from a terroir of 1.62 hectares spread across two plots facing east. This vineyard is planted at the bottom of a hillside on slightly pebbly clay-limestone soils.

Winemaking and ageing

The grapes were destemmed. Pre-fermentation cold maceration for 15-18 days and alcoholic fermentation for 5-6 days. Ageing for a period of 15 months took place in casks (of which 30% were new), in casks of one to two wines and in steel vats.

Blend

Pinot Noir (100%).

Characteristics and tasting tips for Savigny-Les-Beaune Premier Cru "Les Peuillets" 2022 from Domaine du Château de Meursault

Tasting

This Savigny-Les-Beaunes Premier Cru 2022 wine unveils a lovely tannic framework along with notes of black fruit and spices.

To serve

For the best tasting, serve between 15 and 17°C.

Food and wine pairing

This Burgundy red wine pairs perfectly with red meats.