Domaine Faiveley : Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand cru 2020

The expression and refinement of an exceptional Burgundy Grand Cru

The estate

Established in Nuits-Saint-Georges since 1825, in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, the Domaine Faiveley embodies Burgundy's viticultural excellence. Since 2005, the family lineage has continued through Erwan and Eve Faiveley, the seventh generation at the helm of this iconic estate. With over 120 hectares of vineyards, the estate is among the largest in the region. Its prestige rests as much on the extent of its vineyard as on the exceptional quality of its plots classified as Grands Crus and Premiers Crus.

The vineyard

Born in Côte de Nuits, Domaine Faiveley has gradually enriched its viticultural heritage by investing in the Côte de Beaune and the Côte Chalonnaise. Today, the estate oversees a remarkable ensemble of 12 Grands Crus and 25 Premiers Crus, illustrating a constant desire to explore the diversity of Burgundy terroirs.

The wine

Since the 1930s, Faiveley has been the largest owner of the prestigious Chambertin-Clos de Bèze appellation. Three emblematic plots make up this exceptional heritage: the "Vieilles Vignes", the "Clos de Bèze Haut" and the "Grands Rangs". Located on 1.29 hectares of limestone soil, this Grand Cru comes from vines planted between 1949 and 1983, bringing depth, complexity and longevity to the wines.

Vinification and aging

The harvest, carried out exclusively by hand, is followed by a short pre-fermentation maceration. Vinification takes place in wooden truncated vats, with a maceration of more than three weeks. Gentle pressing ensures the pure expression of the fruit. Aging lasts between 16 and 18 months in French oak barrels, 60% of which are new and 40% have contained a wine, within the estate's historic 19th century cellars, offering ideal maturation conditions.

Grape variety

Pure Pinot Noir (100%), emblematic of Burgundy's finesse and elegance.

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2020 from Domaine Faiveley

Tasting

Color
The color presents itself in an intense ruby hue, radiant with youth.

Nose
The nose opens up to a complex aromatic palette, rich in red and black fruits, highlighted by subtle spicy nuances.

Palate
The palate seduces with its balanced power. The tannins, of remarkable silkiness, support a broad and refined structure. The finish, of great length, leaves a delicate and persistent imprint.

Food & wine pairings

This Grand Cru will brilliantly accompany a guinea fowl with morels, scrambled eggs with truffles or a hare à la royale, enhancing dishes of great aromatic richness.

Service and aging

To be enjoyed ideally at 16°C to appreciate all its complexity. This noble wine can evolve in the cellar until 2045, or even beyond in good storage conditions.