Albert Bichot, Savigny-Les-Beaune, Burgundy, France, 2023

Product code: 7234

Producer Profile

Albert Bichot brings to Alliance a comprehensive Burgundy portfolio spanning Chablis, the Côte de Nuits, the Côte de Beaune, the Mâconnais and Beaujolais.

With nearly 100 appellations produced across Burgundy and Beaujolais, the House offers exceptional breadth and expertise across the region. Founded in 1831, Albert Bichot is an independent, family-owned House now managed by the sixth generation, Albéric Bichot. Since then, they have consistently developed a unique position in Burgundy, combining the expertise of a historic négociant with the authenticity of its own vineyard holdings. At the heart of the Albert Bichot portfolio are its own vineyard estates, four of which are represented by Alliance and each with its own identity and terroir: Domaine Long-Depaquit one of Chablis' leading estates – 52 Ha. Domaine du Clos Frantin exceptional vineyard holdings in the Côte de Nuits – 13 Ha. Château-Gris a boutique, elegant expression of Nuits-Saint-Georges in the Côte de Nuits – 3 Ha. Domaine du Pavillon prestigious Côte de Beaune vineyards – 19 Ha. Across all four estates, the philosophy remains consistent: careful vineyard management, organic and sustainable viticulture, low intervention and precise winemaking designed to express the individual character of each site.

Viticulture

Produced in the historic village of Savigny-Lès-Beaune, just north of Beaune, this Pinot Noir is grown on gravelly calcareous clay soils that contribute freshness, balance and complexity. The varied topography surrounding the Rhoin river creates a range of site influences, helping to shape the distinctive character and diversity for which the appellation is known.

Winemaking

The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted at the winery before undergoing fermentative maceration in temperature-controlled wooden vats for 18 to 21 days. This gentle extraction process enhances colour, fruit expression and structure while preserving the elegance and finesse characteristic of Pinot Noir from the Côte de Beaune. The wine is aged in French oak barrels for 14 to 16 months, with 20% to 30% new oak. This maturation adds subtle spice, texture and complexity while supporting the wine's vibrant fruit character and balance.

Tasting Note

Elegant and expressive, this Savigny-Lès-Beaune offers aromas of raspberry, blackberry and ripe red fruits layered with gentle spice. The palate is soft and beautifully balanced, combining generous fruit with a rounded texture and delicate structure. Refined and approachable, it finishes with lingering notes of fresh berry fruit.