Jean-Claude Boisset Savigny-lès-Beaune – Description
1. Origin & Style
- From Savigny-lès-Beaune, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France
- Appellation: Savigny-lès-Beaune AOC
- Style emphasizes finesse, balance, and aromatic elegance
2. Grape Variety
- Primarily 100% Pinot Noir (red)
- Small amounts of Chardonnay also produced in the appellation
3. Terroir
- Vineyards on clay-limestone and marl soils
- South-facing slopes with varied exposures
- Valley and plain intersection creates diverse expressions
4. Appearance
- Bright ruby to garnet color
- Clear with moderate intensity
5. Aroma (Nose)
- Red fruits: cherry, raspberry, red currant
- Floral notes (violet)
- Light spice and subtle earthy tones
- Sometimes hints of vanilla from oak aging
6. Flavor (Palate)
- Medium-bodied, fresh and lively
- Red berry flavors with touches of blackcurrant
- Balanced structure with silky tannins
- Can show slight rustic character typical of the appellation
7. Finish
- Smooth, moderately long
- Lingering fruit with light spice and earthy notes
- Occasionally a subtle smoky or vanilla nuance
8. Alcohol Content
- Typically around 12.5–14% ABV depending on vintage
9. Mouthfeel
- Light to medium body
- Fine, silky tannins
- Bright acidity giving freshness and lift
10. Overall Profile
- Elegant, approachable Burgundy
- Combines charm, freshness, and subtle complexity
- Less powerful than nearby appellations like Pommard, but more delicate and aromatic