Domaine Bernard Zito Savigny lès Beaune 'Aux Connardises' 2018
4.8
HK$500
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character Domaine Bernard Zito Savigny-lès-Beaune ‘Aux Connardises’ 2018 is a pure Pinot Noir from this classic Côte de Beaune village, offering an elegant yet characterful expression of Burgundian terroir. The 2018 vintage in Burgundy was warm and largely dry, a solar year that gave ripe, generous fruit and supple tannins, resulting in wines with a sense of richness while still retaining freshness and balance.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant mingle with violet, rose petal and a gentle hint of fresh herbs, followed on the palate by subtle oak spice, light toast, clove and a whisper of forest undergrowth. Medium-bodied with vibrant, medium-high acidity and fine, silky tannins, it glides across the palate, finishing with notes of dried flowers, delicate leather, truffle and dried red fruits. Its finesse and lively structure make it a versatile partner for dishes such as roast duck breast, herb-crusted lamb, mushroom risotto or a simple roast chicken with thyme and root vegetables, showcasing both the wine’s purity of fruit and its savory complexity.
Winery Background Based in Savigny-lès-Beaune, Domaine Bernard Zito is a small, quality-focused grower working primarily with Pinot Noir in and around the village, with a strong emphasis on careful vineyard work and sustainable, often organic-leaning viticulture. Bernard Zito is widely known in Burgundy as an experienced consultant and meticulous vigneron, dedicating much of his time to hand work in the vines, keeping yields controlled and favoring manual harvesting to bring healthy, optimally ripe fruit to the cellar. In the winery he prefers gentle extraction, restrained use of new oak and a minimally interventionist approach, allowing individual sites such as ‘Aux Connardises’ to express their soils and exposition with clarity. This philosophy results in supple, terroir-driven Pinot Noir crafted in small lots, appealing to enthusiasts who seek authentic, artisanal Burgundy with a distinctly human touch and a strong sense of place.