Santenay AOC 1er Cru Le Beaurepaire 2022 Jean-Marc Vincent

What kind of wine it is

Santenay Premier Cru Le Beaurepaire by Jean-Marc Vincent is a white from the Côte de Beaune, made from typical white grapes of the Côte de Beaune. It exhibits a focused, precise style, with marked freshness and a saline finish that defines its character. Fermentation and ageing take place in oak barrels with prolonged contact on the fine lees, allowing the wine to achieve balance between breadth and definition. It is made to evolve over time and retains an elegant and clear profile.

Where it comes from

The wine originates from the Le Beaurepaire climat, on the heights of Santenay in the southern part of the Côte de Beaune. The vineyard includes two parcels: one with a steep, south-east-facing slope on white marls influenced by a historic acacia forest, the other on well-exposed but partially shaded clay-limestone soils. These conditions encourage gradual ripening and deliver tension, natural acidity, and pronounced sapidity.

How it is made

The grapes are picked at full ripeness to preserve freshness and aromatic precision. Fermentation is followed by approximately 15 months of ageing in oak barrels, with extended time on the fine lees. This process increases volume and complexity without sacrificing energy. The use of wood supports the structure and texture and allows the character of the cru to shine through, resulting in a mouthfeel that is dense yet smooth, with solid ageing potential.

Tasting notes

Bright light gold in appearance. The nose offers an expressive bouquet with notes of lemon, tangerine, and grapefruit, followed by hints of William pear, peach, mango, and passion fruit. On the palate it is broad and dynamic, with a structure that is dense yet fluid and well-integrated acidity. The progression is linear and precise, and the finish is lively, persistent, and clearly saline.

Food pairings

It pairs naturally with white fish and shellfish, and enhances dishes where the primary ingredient is central and sauces are light. It also works well with delicate white meats, especially in lightly prepared dishes or with butter- and herb-based seasonings. Its structure and crisp finish make it versatile at the table.

When to serve it

Ideal when a structured yet vibrant white is desired, suitable both for fish dinners and richer white meat courses. Aromatic and mineral notes are heightened when served in a large glass. It can be enjoyed immediately for its precision, but also offers good ageing potential and over time develops greater complexity and integration of structure.