Bouchard Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017

Bouchard Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 is a village-level Burgundy red wine made from 100% Pinot Noir in a 750ml bottle. Produced by Bouchard Père & Fils — one of the oldest domaines in Beaune, founded in 1731 — this 2017 vintage draws on 3.15 hectares of estate-owned vineyards in the Savigny-les-Beaune appellation, delivering a wine noted for its bright red-fruit intensity and balanced acidity.

Quick Facts: Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir  |  Origin: Savigny-les-Beaune, Burgundy, France  |  Vintage: 2017  |  Producer: Bouchard Père & Fils

Production & Heritage

Bouchard Père & Fils has operated from its cellars in the heart of Beaune since 1731, making it one of Burgundy's oldest and most established négociant-éleveurs. The house farms 3.15 hectares in Savigny-les-Beaune, an appellation situated in the northern Côte de Beaune between the hillsides that also shelter Beaune and Pernand-Vergelesses. Notably, Bouchard became the first producer in the Côte d'Or to achieve HVE3 (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification in 2015 — France's highest level of sustainable agriculture recognition — underscoring the estate's commitment to responsible viticulture across all its holdings, including these Savigny vineyards.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an appealing burst of fresh cherries, followed by spice tones and delicate floral notes. A subtle earthiness emerges beneath the fruit, characteristic of the Savigny-les-Beaune terroir.

Taste: The palate is full-flavored yet lively, built around vibrant red fruits — cherry and redcurrant dominate the entry and carry through a bright mid-palate. Medium tannins provide structure without heaviness, while medium-high acidity keeps the wine taut and lifted. This is a wine that strikes a balance between the elegance associated with nearby Volnay and the slightly fuller body of Beaune.

Finish: The finish is moderate in length, with red-fruit flavors lingering alongside a fine tannic grip. A clean, slightly mineral quality closes the wine cleanly, inviting the next sip.

How to Drink Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017

Serve lightly chilled at 14–16°C (57–61°F). A brief 20- to 30-minute decant can help open the aromatics, though the 2017 vintage is already drinking well at release. This is a food-friendly Burgundy at heart: try it alongside roast chicken with herbs, duck confit, grilled salmon with a light jus, or a mushroom risotto where the wine's earthy undertone finds a natural match.

Best For

• Introducing someone to village-level red Burgundy without the price of Premier Cru
• Pairing with a roast poultry or mushroom-centered dinner
• Gifting a Francophile wine enthusiast exploring the Côte de Beaune
• Building a Burgundy cellar at the village appellation level

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Bouchard Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 taste like? It is a bright, fruit-forward Burgundy red dominated by fresh cherry and redcurrant flavors, supported by medium tannins, medium-high acidity, and subtle hints of spice and flowers.

How does Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 compare to Louis Jadot Savigny-les-Beaune? Both are village-level expressions from major Beaune négociants; Bouchard tends toward a slightly fuller-bodied, fruit-driven profile while Jadot's versions often emphasize more overtly earthy, rustic tones. The difference reflects each house's winemaking philosophy and specific vineyard parcels within the appellation.

Is Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 good for sipping on its own? Yes — the 2017 vintage's generous fruit and balanced acidity make it approachable on its own, though it truly shines alongside food.

Where is Bouchard Savigny-Les-Beaune made? This wine is produced by Bouchard Père & Fils in Beaune, Burgundy, France, from estate-owned vineyards in the Savigny-les-Beaune appellation on the northern edge of the Côte de Beaune.

What foods pair well with Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017? Roast chicken with thyme complements its red-fruit brightness; duck confit echoes its earthy undertones; mushroom risotto mirrors the wine's subtle forest-floor character; grilled salmon with a red-wine reduction bridges its acidity; and aged Comté or Époisses bring out the wine's spice notes.

What sizes does Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle.

Is Bouchard Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017 worth the price? Savigny-les-Beaune is generally positioned as one of the more accessible village appellations of the Côte de Beaune, and Bouchard's version represents solid value within that tier — offering estate-grown Pinot Noir from a historic house at a price well below the neighboring Premier Cru vineyards of Beaune and Pommard.

Why Savigny-Les-Beaune 2017?

What distinguishes this wine is its origin: estate-grown fruit from one of Burgundy's oldest domaines, farmed under France's most rigorous sustainable certification. Savigny-les-Beaune occupies a particular niche in the Côte de Beaune — producing wines that borrow the elegance of Volnay and the substance of Pommard without fully committing to either extreme. The 2017 vintage, a generally warm and early-harvest year in Burgundy, yielded wines with generous fruit and approachable tannins. For drinkers seeking authentic village Burgundy from proven terroir, backed by nearly three centuries of continuous production, this is a compelling entry point.