Savigny-lès-Beaune Hauts Marconnets 1er Cru 2022

Hand-picked in small crates, followed by meticulous sorting. Whole bunch pressing. Fermentation in barrel at low temperature (16°C) for 15-20 days, favoring aromatic complexity and freshness. Aged on fine lees in French oak barrels (20% new, 1 to 6 years old, 228L) in our 15th-century Bastion. Careful selection of coopers and toast used to bring out the best in each terroir. Bottled according to the lunar calendar.

White wines are very unusual in Savigny-les-Beaune, the vineyards producing essentially red wines. The particular nature of the soil "Hauts Marconnets" with Marl, chalk and limestone encouraged Chanson to plant Chardonnay. The vineyard of 2,1 hectares is ideally situated high up on the hill of Savigny-les-Beaune, facing south-east, close to the hills of Beaune 1er Crus.

Pale gold color. Delicate floral fragrances mixed with aromas of yellow and pale fleshed fruit (apricot) on a smoky note. Well-balanced and precise. Round and ample. Well integrated oak note. Long and refreshing finish with hints of vanilla. Press notes : 93 James Suckling 91 Wine Enthusiast 91 Wine Spectator 89-91 Burghound 88-90 Inside Burgundy Jasper Morris

Pair Chardonnay with foie gras, lightly seared scallops, or fish.