2023 Domaine A.F. Gros Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru “Clos des Guettes”, Burgundy, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

The 2023 vintage of Domaine A.F. Gros's Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru “Clos des Guettes” is a quintessential Burgundian Pinot Noir—refined, terroir-driven, and precise. Grown on the eastern slopes of Savigny-lès-Beaune, the Clos des Guettes vineyard sits on limestone-rich soils with excellent drainage and southern exposure, ideal for producing wines of both aromatic lift and structural finesse. Fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, followed by élevage in French oak barrels (approximately 30% new) for 12–14 months, preserving the wine’s purity and elegance while adding gentle complexity.

The nose offers layered notes of ripe red berries, rose petal, and hints of sandalwood and earth. The palate follows with silky tannins, refreshing acidity, and a core of crunchy red fruit, finishing with a mineral-laced persistence. This wine will benefit from short-term cellaring and pairs beautifully with duck breast, roasted game birds, or mushroom-based dishes.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Domaine A.F. Gros is a distinguished estate based in Pommard, helmed by Caroline Parent-Gros, whose lineage bridges two of Burgundy’s great winemaking families: Gros and Parent. The domaine cultivates its vineyards with lutte raisonnée (sustainable farming), minimizing chemical inputs and emphasizing respect for soil health and vine balance. Known for their precise and expressive Pinot Noir, A.F. Gros wines consistently reflect their origin with clarity and finesse.

With holdings across prestigious appellations including Vosne-Romanée, Pommard, and Savigny-lès-Beaune, the domaine combines traditional Burgundian methods with a modern sensitivity to site expression and environmental stewardship. Each bottling, including the Clos des Guettes, is a study in restrained power and detailed craftsmanship.