Domaine Gabriel et Paul Jouard Santenay Vieilles Vignes 2022

The 2022 Santenay Vieilles Vignes from Domaine Gabriel et Paul Jouard is a captivating expression of Pinot Noir drawn from old-vine parcels in the southern Côte de Beaune. Santenay’s vineyards lie at the foot of the Côte d’Or escarpment, where soils are a complex blend of clay, limestone, and marl, enriched with iron-rich deposits that lend depth and minerality to the wines. The Vieilles Vignes, or old vines, here are typically 40 years or older, producing lower yields of intensely flavored, concentrated grapes. The 2022 vintage in Burgundy was marked by a warm and sunny growing season with a balanced maturation, yielding wines with ripe fruit, supple tannins, and vibrant freshness. The Jouard estate manages its vineyards sustainably, employing careful canopy management and manual harvest to ensure optimal fruit quality and balance. In the cellar, the grapes are fully destemmed and fermented with native yeasts, with gentle punch-downs and pump-overs to extract color and tannins delicat