Domaine Bruno Clair : Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er cru "La Dominode" 2023

Characteristics and Tasting Notes for the Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru "La Dominode" 2023 from Domaine Bruno Clair

Tasting Notes

Colour
The colour reveals a deep red hue, reminiscent of a dark ruby with concentrated glints.

Nose
Wonderfully complex, the aromatic bouquet intertwines notes of black and red fruits, such as plum, blackberry, raspberry and strawberry. Delicate floral notes of violet and rose petals harmonise with spicy touches of liquorice, along with subtle nuances of forest floor and perfectly integrated oak.

Palate
Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate seduces with its dense texture and velvety mouthfeel, supported by ripe, silky tannins. A lovely vibrancy brings freshness to the whole, leading into a remarkably long and lingering finish on fruit and spice.

Food and Wine Pairing

This red wine pairs wonderfully with roasted or slow-braised meats, such as beef shank with thyme or beef cheek. It also enhances noble poultry dishes such as roast duck, feathered game, as well as mature cheeses like Brillat-Savarin or Époisses.

Serving and Cellaring

Built for a very long evolution, this Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru "La Dominode" 2023 requires at least seven to eight years of cellaring before being opened. It can be kept and enjoyed until around 2053. For optimal tasting, it is recommended to serve it at a temperature between 15 and 17°C.

The Depth and Concentration of a Wine from Savigny-lès-Beaune

The Estate

Founded in 1979 in Marsannay-la-Côte, Domaine Bruno Clair is a key name in Burgundy. Although the family's winegrowing history dates back to 1919, it was truly at the end of the 1970s that the estate as it stands today came into being. Today, the property is still run by its founder, Bruno Clair, actively supported by his children Édouard, Margaux and Arthur. With a vineyard of 27 hectares spread across eight villages, this independent family estate stands out for its exceptional heritage of old vines and its demand for quality, producing wines that combine purity with great ageing potential.

The Vineyard

This wine comes from the "La Dominode" climat, located at the heart of the Les Haut-Jarrons lieu-dit, in the commune of Savigny-Les-Beaune. The plot, just over one hectare, sits on clay-limestone soils rich in stones, benefiting from an ideal east and north-east facing exposure, at an altitude of around 250 metres. The uniqueness of this terroir lies in its exceptional plant heritage: the vines, farmed sustainably with moderate yields, were first planted in 1902, making them the oldest plantings on the estate.

Winemaking and Ageing

The grapes are harvested by hand. For this Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er Cru "La Dominode" 2023, the winemaking process includes a measured proportion of 20 to 30% whole clusters. Maceration takes place over a period of 10 to 15 days in wooden vats, driven by indigenous yeasts. The wine then undergoes a long and meticulous ageing process of 18 to 20 months in oak barrels, with around 40% new oak, allowing its structure to be refined while preserving the brightness of the fruit.

Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir