2023 Santenay "Vielles Vignes" Domaine Justin Girardin

📌 Description

Santenay “Vieilles Vignes” 2023 – Domaine Justin Girardin is an expressive and charming Pinot Noir from old vines, bringing both concentration and complexity. The balanced and sun-filled 2023 vintage reveals a generous, fruit-driven, and structured wine while maintaining a refreshing backbone. This cuvée highlights the authenticity and approachable charm of Santenay in a precise and elegant style.

🍇 Grape Variety

100% Pinot Noir.

An appealing profile: black cherry, ripe raspberry, plum, sweet spices, and a subtle touch of oak.

🌍 Region / Country

Burgundy – Santenay (Côte de Beaune, France).

Clay-limestone soils provide structure, freshness, and generous aromatic expression.

🌡️ Serving Temperature

Serve between 15 and 16 °C (59–61 °F).

A light decant of about 30 minutes is recommended.

⏳ Ageing Potential

8 to 15 years.

• 2025–2029: vibrant fruit and charm.

• 2030–2038+: development toward spiced and lightly earthy notes.

👁️ Appearance

• Color: intense ruby with garnet reflections.

• Clarity: bright.

• Legs: fine and regular.

👃 Nose

• Aromatic intensity: expressive and inviting.

• First nose: ripe red and dark fruits.

• Second nose: spices, subtle oak, and light floral notes.

👄 Palate

• Attack: smooth and generous.

• Structure: fine tannins, balanced freshness, silky texture.

• Dominant aromas: cherry, raspberry, sweet spices.

• Overall balance: harmonious and approachable.

• Length: persistent and fruit-driven finish.

🍽️ Food Pairings

• Roast poultry.

• Grilled meats.

• Slow-cooked dishes.

• Aged cheeses.

⭐ Overall Impression / Style

A generous and balanced Santenay combining fruit, finesse, and accessibility. An ideal introduction to the appellation.