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    Domaine Maurice Ecard Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru "Les Serpentières"

    2019
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    History

    The particularity of Domaine Maurice Ecard is that it is the only estate that possesses four Premier Cru AOPs from different climats. Some of them are among the most renowned. This diversity within the estate provides a perfect illustration of the richness of the terroirs of Bourgogne. It enables us to offer a selection of styles to satisfy the palates of all Bourgogne wine lovers.

    Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru "Les Serpentières"

    Grape variety

    Pinot Noir

    Origin

    In the North of the Côte de Beaune, Domaine Maurice Ecard is one of the oldest estates of Savigny-Les-Beaune: The Climat « Les Serpentières » is located at the
    entrance of the village Savigny, coming from Beaune, on the hillsides on the right.

    Soil

    The soil is composed of limestone mixed with clay.

    Vinification

    Traditional vinification in thermo-regulated stainless steel. Pre-fermentation - temperature controlled cold maceration. Long fermentation during which pigeages
    and pumping over are performed. Aged in oak barrels for 15 months. 40% new oak and 60% oak barrels used between 1 and 3 times. The oak is mainly sourced from the Vosges region.

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    Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru "Les Serpentières"

    sensory characteristic

    Colour

    Cherry red in colour

    Nose

    The bouquet is fruity (strawberry, blackcurrant) with woody notes of dried fruits and coffee.

    Palate

    The mouth is generous, expressive and right. A beautiful tension on the finish finale with the acidity and the tannins.

    Recommendations

    Ideal with meat: beef pieces, roasts, and cheeses such as Mont d'Or.

    Serving

    15-16°C

    Cellar potential

    Drink within 5 years.

    2019

    Contrasting Conditions and High Quality

    The 2019 vintage in the Côte de Beaune was marked by a cool and wet spring, followed by a hot and dry summer. After early budbreak in late March thanks to a mild winter, low temperatures and abundant rains in April and May slowed vine growth, delaying flowering by about two weeks compared to 2018.

    The summer was very hot and dry, with several heatwaves exceeding 35°C, causing slight water stress, concentrating the grapes but limiting yields. The harvest began around September 12-14 in early sectors like Pommard or Volnay, ending around September 25-26 with volumes generally in the average despite the summer drought.

    Red Wines

    The 2019 red wines from the Côte de Beaune have an intense ruby robe, silky tannins, and good acidity bringing freshness and tension. Their concentration and structure suggest good aging potential.

    White Wines

    The white wines from Chardonnay offer great aromatic diversity between mythical appellations like Montrachet and hidden gems like Saint-Aubin or Santenay. Their balance and aromatic richness focused on citrus and white-fleshed fruits make it a very promising vintage.


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