Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire'

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Vincent Girardin

Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire'

Name: Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire'
Brand: Vincent Girardin
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.6 (0 reviews)

France, Burgundy

White wine

4.6

Expert Rating

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WINE DESCRIPTION

Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire' is a distinguished wine crafted by renowned producer Vincent Girardin, hailing from the prestigious Santenay appellation in the southern Côte de Beaune region. The vineyard boasts 35-year-old vines rooted in clay-limestone soils, imbuing the wine with unique terroir-driven characteristics. Meticulous winemaking includes manual harvesting, vineyard sorting, and gentle pneumatic pressing for slow extraction. Maturation occurs in 500-liter French oak barrels, fostering a delicate balance of fruit and oak over 15 months on lees. This wine exudes elegance, showcasing Santenay's signature traits with finesse, offering a refined palate of red fruit, subtle spice, and a lingering, harmonious finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire' is a remarkable wine that showcases the excellence of the Santenay appellation in Burgundy, France.This premier cru wine is crafted by Vincent Girardin, a renowned winemaker known for his commitment to quality and tradition. In the glass, this wine displays a beautiful ruby color with hints of garnet, indicating its maturity. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of red berries, such as raspberries and cherries, accompanied by delicate floral notes of violets. These aromas are further enhanced by subtle hints of earthiness and spices, adding complexity to the overall profile. On the palate, Vincent Girardin Santenay 1er Cru 'Beaurepaire' reveals a harmonious balance between fruitiness and structure. The red berry flavors persist, accompanied by a touch of blackcurrant and a gentle touch of oak. The wine's medium body and well-integrated tannins contribute to a smooth and elegant mouthfeel, while a vibrant acidity provides freshness and liveliness.

EXPERT RATING

4.6

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Chardonnay

ORIGINS

Winery: Vincent Girardin

Region: Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

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