Among the emblematic cuvées of Domaine Vincent Girardin, the Bourgogne Chardonnay, Cuvée Saint Vincent 2024 unfolds a luminous vision of Chardonnay from the Côte de Beaune. Sourced from vines around 35 years old situated within the regional appellation, it combines precision, freshness and delicacy in a style that favours fruit purity and terroir expression. Hand-harvested and patiently aged for nearly ten to eleven months in oak barrels, this cuvée reflects the sure hand of a house renowned for its subtle reading of fine balances. For the lover of fine wines seeking a harmonious dry white that is both generous and finely cut, it provides an elegant answer for moments when you want to elevate an aperitif, refine a starter or accompany a cheese board. With its frank aromatics, its uprightness and sapid finish, it stands as a contemporary, pared-back interpretation of Burgundian art.

Assemblage et vinification

This cuvée is made from Chardonnay, hand-harvested from selected parcels in the Côte de Beaune within the regional appellation Bourgogne AOC. Vinification aims for clarity of expression, with an ageing period of approximately ten to eleven months in oak barrels to provide structure without masking the fruit’s brightness. The goal is to achieve a caressing texture, a taut mid-palate and a long finish, while respecting the typicity of the 2024 vintage. Parcel work, the calm maturity of the grapes and the patience in élevage allow for an equilibrium where the oak supports, nuances and frames the wine without ever dominating.

Notes de dégustation

• Colour: Clear and bright, with a crystalline sheen that promises an energetic, precise palate.
• Nose: A floral, airy palette carried by white flower notes, followed by nuances of white-fleshed fruits. A subtle, upright mineral breath is perceptible, a signature of the Côte de Beaune.
• Palate: A lively, clean attack, a streamlined mid-palate driven by freshness. The weight builds in breadth without losing tension, white fruits converse with a stony thread, and the finish is long, sapid and mouthwatering.

Température de service et conseils

This Bourgogne Chardonnay is best enjoyed well-chilled but not ice-cold, so as to reveal its relief and the finesse of its aromas. A light aeration just before serving favours the expression of floral notes and minerality. Serve it in thin-walled white wine glasses to accentuate its precision and preserve the purity of its profile. This cuvée easily finds its place at the table, from aperitif to starters, and tactfully accompanies many recipes for refined everyday dining.

Accords mets et vin

• Delicate charcuterie: fine hams, rosette, sliced saucisson, offering a contrast between the wine’s freshness and the indulgence of salty flavours.
• Selected cheeses: lightly-aged pressed cheeses, soft tommes, or young goat cheeses, for a pairing focused on finesse and balance.
• Crudités and crisp salads: seasonal vegetables, fresh herbs, a subtle vinaigrette that highlights vivacity and the mineral thread.

Moments de dégustation

The Cuvée Saint Vincent 2024 is the natural companion for moments when one seeks precision and immediate pleasure. It tactfully accompanies an impromptu aperitif with friends, brightens a light lunch with vegetal notes, and finds its place effortlessly at a weekday dinner when you want a clean, expressive and welcoming bottle. Given as a gift, it charms with its precise style and pronounced Burgundian identity, while remaining accessible and instantly enjoyable.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Vincent Girardin, Bourgogne Chardonnay Cuvée Saint Vincent 2024
• Appellation : Bourgogne AOC
• Type : Dry white wine
• Vintage : 2024
• Grape variety : Chardonnay (100%)
• Origin : Côte de Beaune, parcels within the regional appellation
• Harvest : Hand-harvested
• Ageing : Approximately 10 to 11 months in oak barrels
• Vines : Average age about 35 years
• Volume : 75 cl