Domaine Faiveley (Nuits-Saint-Georges)

Domaine Faiveley is one of the real movers and shakers in Burgundy now. Established in 1825, this family owned Domaine is controlled by seventh generation Erwan Faiveley. Continuing to acquire some highly sought-after plots, Faiveley is one of the grandest vineyard holders in Burgundy, producing an extraordinary array of wines.

Under Erwan the Domaine has been completely transformed: in terms of infrastructure with the construction of an impressive winery in Nuits-Saint-Georges; and in winemaking with the appointment of Jérôme Flous. Jérôme has quietly changed the whole profile of the reds from long term keepers, which could be closed when young, to wines which give great pleasure in their youth as well. Whilst we were first drawn to Faiveley by the sheer elegance of their whites, our admiration for the reds has grown. The top reds see a high proportion of new oak barrels - 50% for the Grand Crus - so do demand time before opening. Patience will be rewarded though as the top wines are magnificent at 15 years old.

Certain wines are labelled as Joseph Faiveley rather than Domaine Faiveley. This is to mark vineyards not actually owned by the family. However, as the vineyards are rented on long-term contracts and both viticulture and wine making are by the same team, the quality of the wines is equally high.