Bataillière

Bataillière sits within the Savigny-lès-Beaune appellation on the Côte de Beaune, a sub-zone that produces wines of notable finesse rather than power. The vineyard occupies 1.8 hectares on a south to southeast facing slope, a position that maximizes sun exposure through the growing season and supports reliable ripening in this continental climate. The site borders the old road running from Beaune to Vergy, a historical throughfare that adds geographic context to the vineyard's identity. Bataillière is considered part of the broader Les Vergelesses climat, one of Savigny's most respected Premier Cru groupings.

• South/southeast aspect captures generous afternoon sun
• Continental climate with a warm local mesoclimate
• Adjacent to the former Beaune-to-Vergy road
• Forms part of the Les Vergelesses Premier Cru group

The soils at Bataillière consist of limestone marl and sand, a combination typical of the Côte de Beaune's mid-slope positions. Limestone marl provides structure and minerality to the wines while encouraging moderate vine stress, and the sandy component aids drainage and keeps the soils warm. These conditions suit Pinot Noir particularly well, promoting the delicate, aromatic style associated with the appellation. Both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are authorized varieties, though the vineyard's reputation rests firmly on its red wine production.

• Limestone marl delivers structure and mineral character
• Sandy soils improve drainage and retain warmth
• Pinot Noir thrives in these well-drained, sun-exposed conditions
• Chardonnay is also an authorized variety

The name Bataillière derives from M. Bataille, a former proprietor of the land. The vineyard appears under several official variants including La Bataillière, Bataillière aux Vergelesses, and La Bataillière aux Vergelesses, all of which refer to the same climat and reflect the traditional Burgundian practice of attaching a parent lieu-dit name to smaller sub-parcels. The site's connection to Les Vergelesses situates it within a historically recognized and geographically coherent block of Premier Cru vineyards on the northern side of the appellation.

• Named after M. Bataille, a former owner
• Official alternates include La Bataillière and Bataillière aux Vergelesses
• Sits within the historically significant Les Vergelesses climat
• Located on Savigny-lès-Beaune's northern Premier Cru slope

Bataillière is a monopole, meaning Domaine Albert Morot holds the entirety of the 1.8 hectares and is the sole producer of wine labeled under this Premier Cru name. Albert Morot is a respected Beaune-based domaine with a strong portfolio across multiple Savigny-lès-Beaune and Beaune Premier Crus. Their Bataillière bottling offers one of the few opportunities to taste this obscure but historically grounded climat as a standalone expression, making it a wine of genuine collector and study interest.

• Albert Morot is the monopole holder of the entire climat
• Domaine is based in Beaune with holdings across the Côte de Beaune
• The monopole status makes this a single-source expression
• One of the lesser-known but well-regarded Savigny Premier Crus

Wines from Bataillière reflect the broader character of Savigny-lès-Beaune, a village long recognized for producing light-bodied, elegant Pinot Noir with a delicate aromatic profile. The south-facing slope and warm mesoclimate add a degree of ripeness and structure not always found in Savigny's cooler, north-facing sites. Expect red and dark berry fruit, earthy undertones, and fine-grained tannins with good freshness. The limestone marl soils contribute a mineral backbone that lifts the finish and gives the wine definition without weight.

• Light to medium body with refined tannin structure
• Red and dark berry fruit supported by earthy notes
• Mineral finish from limestone marl soils
• Good freshness typical of Côte de Beaune Pinot Noir