Givry
Styles
Principal grape varieties
Accessory grape varieties
Terroir
Natural factors
- 3 communes: Dracy-le-Fort, Givry, and Jambles, approximately 10 km west of Chalon-sur-Saône (Saône-et-Loire)
- Upper Jurassic hillside slopes (200–420 m), with outcrops of Middle Jurassic limestone and Liassic marls in the valleys
- Shallow clay-limestone soils over bedrock limestone (dry, moderately fertile), becoming deeper and more water-retentive over marly horizons
- Degraded oceanic climate with southern and continental influences; annual rainfall under 800 mm, with no summer drought
- Generally east-facing aspect promoting rapid morning warming
Human factors
- The noble Burgundy varieties (Pinot Noir N and Chardonnay B) have been cultivated since the Middle Ages on the 'climats' (renowned named plots) of Givry
Product characteristics
- Elegant reds with silky tannins and fruity aromas evolving toward spice and animal notes; Premier Cru wines are rounder, more powerful, and better suited to ageing
- Dry whites that are fresh, fruity, mineral, and round; medium ageing potential of 2 to 6 years, best served between 10 and 12 °C
Facts drawn from the cahier's terroir-link section (Lien au terroir) by automatic interpretation — see the source.