Domaine Philippe Girard
2011 Savigny-les-Beaune Premier Cru Les Rouvrettes
Grown on vines aged 50 years, this Premier Cru Pinot Noir has a floral bouquet and silky tannins. The 2006 vintage was rated 16/20 in the 2009 edition of Guide Bettane et Desseauve. Best after extensive aging.
Classic Burgundian Pinot Noir with excellent acidity and structure. Flowers, red berries, and earth are the main themes. The sort of wine that makes you want to sit outdoors. The sort of wine that asks to be opened on a terrace. A solid backbone suggests there will be benefits to cellaring through at least 2017.
Food pairing: Endive with goat cheese
A gorgeously seductive nose features heady floral scents (including something suggestive of dried roses) talc, spice, and dusty notes with truffle aromas in the background. Medium body. Red licorice on the palate, with dense tannins and bright, red fruit flavors on a moderately long finish. Likely to pair well with heartier dishes.
Food pairing: Hearty dishes
The Creator of This Wine
Domaine Philippe Girard
An award-winning vintner, Philippe Girard has won many medals and honors for his wines — particularly his premiers crus. He now works with his son, Arnaud, to create wines that gain complexity and character with age.
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| Producer: | Domaine Philippe Girard |
| Region: | Burgundy |
| Year: | 2011 |
| Maturity: | 2013-2018 |
| Alcohol: | 13% |
| Bottle size: | 750ml |
| Color: | Red |
| Varietal: | Pinot Noir |
| Flavors: | Red fruit, Floral, Mineral |
| Body: | Light-Medium |
| Soul: | Rustic |
