Overview
The 2023 Savigny-lès-Beaune Les Charnières from Capitain Gagnerot embodies the finesse and minerality that the Côte de Beaune is celebrated for. Sourced entirely from a single lieu-dit, Les Charnières, this wine delivers precision, depth and a lingering finish.
Appellation & Terroir
Les Charnières lies on gently sloping vineyards near the village of Savigny-lès-Beaune. The clay-limestone soils impart a stony minerality and freshness. Vines average 35 years of age, ensuring concentrated fruit and complex aromas.
Vinification
Clusters are hand-picked at optimal ripeness, sorted by hand, and then destemmed before a gentle cold soak. Native yeast fermentation takes place in small vats, with daily pump-overs to extract color and structure. Aging occurs for 12 months in French oak barrels, 20% of which are new, to add subtle spice and texture without overwhelming the pure fruit character.
Tasting Profile
Color: Bright ruby red.
Nose: Red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, hints of violet and forest floor.
Palate: Silky tannins, vibrant acidity, flavors of raspberry compote, baking spices and flinty minerality. The finish is long, finely structured and impeccably balanced.
Food Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Serve at 15–17 °C. Complements dishes such as roast duck breast with cherry reduction, mushroom risotto, game birds and mild cheeses like Comté or Brie de Meaux. Decant for 30 minutes to unlock the full aromatic range.