Domaine Jean Marc et Hugues Pavelot Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Guettes 2018

For several generations, Domaine Jean-Marc and Hugues Pavelot located in Savigny-les-Beaune (Côte de Beaune, Burgundy) has been passed down from father to son, thus guaranteeing the know-how that made its reputation. Today, the property extends over 13 hectares, mainly in the town of Savigny-les-Beaune but also in that of Beaune and Aloxe-Corton.

Cru located in the middle of the hillside, very steep and facing due south. The shallow soil, calcareous in nature, is not very fertile. It is therefore quite naturally and quite regularly the lowest yield in the field. Due to its altitude (about 300 m), this land is a privileged site to "watch" Beaune and its region, hence the etymology of the place.

It's tricky to choose between Hugues Pavelot's Savigny Premiers Crus, such is their consistent quality in 2018, but this very low-yielding 1.5-ha site is truly outstanding. Sourced from very poor, limestone-based soils, it's chiselled, refreshing and sappy, with well-judged 20% whole bunches, fine, floral fruit flavours and just a hint of oak spice. - Decanter, 94 points

The Finer Details
Style - Red Wine
Varietal - Pinot Noir
Country - France
Region - Burgundy
Vintage - 2018
Bottle Size - 750ml
ABV - 13.25%