The 2011 Savigny-les-Beaune Goudelettes needs to muster a little more precision on the nose with light scents of grass clippings and green apples. The palate is better than the aromatics suggest with crisp acidity and a nice touch of fresh apricot on the finish, but it needs more personality and depth. Drink now-2016.
I have written about Seguin-Manuel on many occasions, ever since a memorable tasting of ancient negociant vintages back in 2005 that elicited more perfect scores than any other (three to be exact.) Winemaker and proprietor Thibault Marion’s wines have little in common with those historical bottles, but he is carving a name for himself as one of Burgundy’s most thoughtful winemakers. Since 2009, he has been cultivating his own vines organic and they were certified last year.
(WA 29th Aug 2013)
