• Jean-Marc & Hugues Pavelot

    • Savigny-les-Beaune 1er Cru Aux Gravains

    At a Glance

    • Size: 1.35 ha (3.33 ac)
    • Variety: Pinot Noir
    • Vine Age: Planted in the 1930s-2000s
    • Terroir: From the lower part of a gentle, south-facing slope, mixed sediments and gravel soils.
    • Viticulture: Organic (in official conversion)
    • Vinification: 5-10% whole-cluster. 2-week ambient yeast fermentation. Punch-downs for the first 4-5 days of fermentation followed by pump-overs. Malolactic fermentation in barrels. Aged 12 months in oak (25% new). Light filtration.

    Additional Info

    The name Gravains comes from the gravel and mixed sediments in the soil. In the vineyard, grass growth is allowed but limited with regular plowing to maintain natural soil balance. Moderate use of organic fertilizers and strict pruning to control yields. Green harvest only when necessary.

    The annual production of this cuvée is from 415 to 460 cases.