Wines Blagny Domaine Serrigny, Savigny Les Beaune 2016 - 2016

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Domaine Serrigny’s Savigny-lès-Beaune 2016, originating from the Blagny AOC, is a fine red Burgundy reflecting the elegance and complexity associated with the Côte de Beaune. The wine is traditionally made from Pinot Noir, hand-harvested and vinified with precision to express both fruit and terroir. The 2016 vintage benefited from a demanding but ultimately rewarding growing season, with challenging spring frosts reducing yields but concentrating flavours in the surviving grapes. Expect a subtle aromatic profile: red cherries, wild raspberry, hints of rose and violet, underpinned by delicate earthy and spicy notes. On the palate, it shows finesse and balance, with supple tannins, fresh acidity, and a lingering mineral finish, typical of high-quality Côte de Beaune Pinot Noir.

The Blagny appellation sits at the convergence of Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, on the mid-slope of the Côte de Beaune. This area is renowned for its limestone-rich soils with significant marl content, lending finesse and minerality to the wines. The continental climate, with warm summers and cool nights, allows Pinot Noir to ripen slowly, preserving aromatic complexity and freshness. Historically, Blagny is a small yet prestigious appellation, prized for its understated reds that often age gracefully, revealing nuances over time.

For pairings, this wine shines with tender meat dishes such as roast duck, lamb chops, or herb-crusted pork tenderloin. It is a wonderful match for classic Burgundian cuisine, particularly coq au vin or beef bourguignon, where the wine’s acidity and structure highlight savoury, earthy flavours. For a vegetarian option, try wild mushroom risotto or a truffle-infused vegetable gratin.

To fully appreciate the evolution of aromas and the silkiness of the tannins, serve this Savigny-lès-Beaune at a temperature between 15 and 17°C. Consider decanting for approximately 30 minutes to allow the bouquet to open up, especially if the bottle has been cellared. This wine is delightful now, but a few more years in the cellar will reveal additional complexity for the patient collector.