2023 Savigny-lès-Beaune, Aux Vergelesses, 1er Cru, Domaine Pierre Vincent, Burgundy
- Neal Martin
- 92-93/100
The estate spans 5.7 hectares of vines, covering 20 different appellations. Among the most notable holdings are 0.5 hectares in the Grand Cru of Corton-Charlemagne, along with vines in Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Meursault and beyond. There are a further 1.3 hectares of rented vines (en fermage), taking the total area to seven hectares. The domaine boasts a significant number of old vines, the oldest plot dating back to 1929. The vineyards are in the process of organic and biodynamic conversion.
In the winery, Pierre uses whole-bunch fermentation for a good proportion of his red wines. He also ages part of his whites in amphorae, while keeping new oak to a minimum. Pierre’s approach is to produce delicate, linear wines with tension and purity.