Les Héritiers Saint-Genys Santenay 1er Cru La Maladière Rouge is an elegant and expressive Premier Cru Burgundy from the southern tip of the Côte de Beaune, offering a perfect balance of ripe fruit, refined structure, and terroir-driven character.

Meet the producer
Les Héritiers Saint-Genys is a boutique Burgundy producer based in Chassagne-Montrachet, crafting wines that showcase the individuality of their vineyard sites through meticulous, sustainable viticulture and traditional winemaking. The estate’s holdings span prestigious appellations across the Côte de Beaune, where limited production and careful vineyard management ensure wines of authenticity and finesse.

Production
“La Maladière” is a Premier Cru climat located near the village of Chagny in Santenay. Its name derives from the old French word for hospital, as these vineyards were often bequeathed to charitable institutions such as the Hospices de Beaune. Les Héritiers Saint-Genys own just under one hectare of 50-year-old Pinot Noir vines planted on steep, south-facing limestone slopes. Grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted in the vineyard. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel to preserve purity of fruit, followed by 16 months of ageing in French oak barrels, 20% of which are new, to add subtle spice and structure.

Tasting notes
Garnet red in colour, this wine opens with lifted aromas of raspberry, cherry, and violet, layered with hints of game and earth. The palate is elegant yet concentrated, offering silky tannins, vibrant acidity, and a fine mineral edge that carries through to a persistent, harmonious finish.

Food match
Ideal with grilled steak, roasted pheasant, or a slow-cooked beef casserole. Its supple texture and savoury complexity also make it an excellent companion for mushroom-based dishes or aged cheeses.

Grape
Pinot Noir 100%

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