Description
”Domaine Faiveley is one of the biggest domaines (115ha) in Burgundy and, many would argue, one of the best. This illustrious company has been based in Nuits St Georges since the days of Pierre Faiveley who founded the business in 1825. His son Joseph gave his name to the family business, to be followed by the first François, Georges who was instrumental in founding the Chevaliers du Tastevin, Guy who developed the business in the Côte Chalonnaise, François who has recently retired and now his son Erwan, born in 1979. The change of generation, enhanced by the arrival of Bernard Hervet as Managing Director, is clear warning of the intention to dynamise the business…. From 2007 the wines are much fresher and fruitier, yet still with real intensity. Many of Faiveley’s top wines are hand bottled with no filtration. This in turn results in clean, opulent wines that often show Pinot Noir at its best. Their concentration and richness are rarely equalled.” Jasper Morris MW, Burgundy Wine Director and author of the award-winning Inside Burgundy comprehensive handbook.
For 2 centuries, Domaine Faiveley’s extensive holdings in Mercurey, (charming village in the Côte Chalonnaise, derives its name from Mercury, the Roman god of commerce) have produced exceptional expressions from the appellation.
2022 was an exceptional growing season :
‘A Modern Classic and a Great Vintage in the Côte de Beaune’
‘Fresh, Inviting and Energetic, Even Fun!’
‘What isn’t an overused word when it comes to vintage descriptions though is the word ‘fun’. Yet the 2022s are just that, they really are fun. They are a pleasure to drink as there’s nothing not to like … In sum, with respect to ageability, 2022 really is one of those rare vintages where almost everyone can have their cake and eat it too. Like your burgs young? No problem, there are options. Like your burgs at age 20, or 25, or 30? Also no problem, there are options for you too.’
Allen Meadows, Burghound, January, April and June 2024.
About this wine from the winery: “Our Mercurey “Vieilles Vignes” is a blend of 20 different plots, mostly on limestone soils. These old vines, over sixty years old, produce a wine of exceptional aromatic intensity, faithfully revealing the Mercurey terroir. The wines are matured for 12 months in French oak barrels (10% new), carefully chosen for their fine grain and gentle toast. We are immediately captivated by its sweetness and fruitiness on the palate. Juicy aromas of raspberries and strawberries blend harmoniously with an elegant hint of vanilla. This wine offers a captivating sensory experience, combining aromatic intensity and silky tannins. It is both accessible to novices and rewarding for wine lovers who appreciate its complexity and finesse.”
Purity, concentration, structure and balance here. Overdelivering quality and value.. Be quick!
RRP $81 Our Special Price $69.99 – Very Limited – while stocks last!
