Savigny-Lès-Beaune AOC Clos des Godeaux 2022 Le Puy de L'Ours

What kind of wine is it

Savigny-Lès-Beaune Clos des Godeaux by Le Puy de L’Ours is a red wine produced in Burgundy from Pinot Noir grapes. This label reflects an organic approach and a measured style, focused on a precise aromatic profile and fine structure. The winemaking involves complete destemming of the clusters, accompanied by gentle punch-downs and brief foot treading. Ageing takes place in wooden barrels without the use of new oak—a technical choice aimed at preserving the fruit's clarity and the wine's natural balance. This red faithfully expresses the character of its terroir and production method, offering a smooth and defined drinking experience.

Where it comes from

This wine is born in the prestigious Burgundy region, within the Côte de Beaune area, with vineyards located in the commune of Savigny-lès-Beaune. The vines grow in the Clos des Godeaux climat, characterized by clay-limestone soils with the presence of white marl. This particular soil composition promotes regular ripening of the grapes and helps create a fine tannic texture. The southwest exposure ensures full fruit ripeness while maintaining notable aromatic precision. The region’s tempered climate offers the wine defined fruit and measured structure.

How it is produced

Production starts with a manual harvest that allows for careful selection of the best clusters in the vineyard. Once in the cellar, the grapes are fully destemmed, and fermentation is managed with gentle daily punch-downs. Toward the end of the fermentation process, two foot pressings are carried out to delicately extract phenolic compounds, followed by the use of a vertical press. The wine then matures for about eight months in wooden barrels, strictly avoiding new oak. This conservative choice preserves the wine’s tension on the palate and prevents toasted notes from altering the aromatic profile.

Tasting notes

In the glass, the wine reveals a bright ruby red color, typical of expressions from the Côte de Beaune. On the nose, it develops elegant, floral aromas, well balanced by a clear presence of red fruit, offering cleanliness and precision to its aromatic profile. On the palate, it shows a fine, distinctly fruity structure, focused on balance and drinkability. The finish is marked by a gentle bitter note that lengthens the persistence and adds a pleasant level of complexity, closing the sip in a lively manner with no heaviness.

Food pairings

Thanks to its fine structure and fruity texture, this red is an excellent companion for dishes featuring tomato sauce and for flavorful fish dishes. Its versatility makes it ideal for pairing with roast white meats, poultry, and red meat, as long as the preparations are not overly spiced. At the table, it interacts beautifully with traditional recipes such as cacciatore-style chicken or delicate roasts. Its pronounced fruit component and slightly bitter finish help cleanse the palate while enhancing the succulence of the meat with each sip.

When to serve it

This Savigny-lès-Beaune is the perfect choice for those looking for a measured wine, ideal for sharing during everyday meals or informal convivial occasions. Its versatility across an entire menu—from starters to main courses—makes it a reference point for traditional cuisine. It’s the right glass to propose when seeking balance and clearness, thanks to its respectful ageing process that enhances the raw material. It fully expresses itself in those moments when you want to enjoy a linear drink, accompanied by pleasing aromatic clarity.