The 2023 Benjamin Leroux Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Vergelesses is a beautifully lifted and finely structured Pinot Noir from one of Savigny-lès-Beaune’s most elegant Premier Cru sites. Situated close to Pernand-Vergelesses on limestone-rich slopes, Les Vergelesses produces wines of aromatic precision and mineral finesse, qualities that suit Benjamin Leroux’s restrained and terroir-focused style perfectly. The nose reveals red cherry, wild strawberry and blood orange layered alongside rose petal, forest floor and subtle spice, giving the wine impressive complexity and freshness.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with silky tannins, vibrant natural acidity and a finely detailed mineral core. Layers of red berry fruit, gentle savoury spice and delicate earthy notes are balanced by chalky tension and subtle whole-bunch freshness, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with excellent elegance and ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2023 Benjamin Leroux Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er Cru Les Vergelesses is a superb Premier Cru Burgundy — fragrant, mineral and beautifully refined with outstanding precision and finesse. Perfect with roast duck, guinea fowl, mushroom dishes, grilled salmon or soft washed-rind cheeses. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar through 2040+.
