Chanson : Savigny-Les-Beaune 1er cru "Dominode" Domaine 2021

Tasting notes and serving suggestions for Chanson Savigny-Lès-Beaune 1er cru "Dominode" Domaine 2021

Tasting

Appearance

The wine displays a deep ruby hue, with remarkable intensity for the vintage.

Nose

The nose reveals intense aromas of blueberries and elderberries. Floral notes and sandalwood nuances enrich the bouquet, alongside subtle spicy hints.

Palate

On the palate, the wine is supple and elegant, with a fine, well-integrated tannic structure. Flavors of dark fruit linger, supported by lovely minerality and refreshing acidity. The finish is long and characterful, leaving a saline, slightly smoky impression.

Food and wine pairings

This Savigny-Lès-Beaune 1er cru "Dominode" 2021 pairs perfectly with grilled red meats, roast duck, as well as game dishes. It also goes very well with aged cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère.

Serving and cellaring

The Savigny-Lès-Beaune 1er cru "Dominode" 2021 is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15-16°C. Light decanting helps fully reveal its aromatic complexity.

An elegant, structured Savigny-Lès-Beaune premier cru from Domaine Chanson

The estate

Founded in 1750 in Beaune by Simon Verry, Domaine Chanson now farms a vineyard of approximately 88 to 90 hectares in Burgundy. The estate includes 43 to 45 historic hectares in Côte de Beaune and 45 hectares acquired in 2023 in Côte Chalonnaise. Owned by the Bollinger group since 1999, the domaine practices parcel-by-parcel vinification by climat. Côte de Beaune has been certified organic since 2024. Thierry Berger has served as Managing Director since 2025.

The vineyard

Climat La Dominode is one of the most renowned premier crus in the Savigny-Lès-Beaune appellation. The domaine owns around 1.6 hectares of east-facing vines there. The soils are made up of limestone marl and stones, providing a terroir well suited to the expression of pinot noir. This morning exposure encourages a gradual, harmonious ripening of the grapes.

The vintage

The year 2021 was cool and classic in Burgundy. The vintage was marked by devastating frosts in April, which significantly reduced yields across the region. Despite these difficult conditions, the grapes that survived benefited from full ripening thanks to an extended growing cycle. Harvest took place in mid-September under favorable sunny conditions, making it possible to bring in fruit of excellent health and fine maturity.

Vinification and aging

The Savigny-Lès-Beaune 1er cru "Dominode" 2021 is vinified with an approach that favors infusion over extraction. The harvest is carried out by hand, and the grapes are chilled as soon as they arrive at the winery to preserve their freshness. Fermentation is carried out with whole clusters, a technique that brings structure and complexity to the wine. Aging takes place in oak barrels for 17 to 19 months, with 30% new barrels, refining the tannic structure while respecting the expression of the terroir.

Grape variety

100% pinot noir