Domaine Faiveley
Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
In the Middle Ages, the monks of Cîteaux undertook works on this Clos which is surrounded by small drystone walls. It took them over 2 centuries to build the Clos as we know it today. The demarcation of the Clos was defined in the 14th century and the boundary wall was built in the 15th century. 82 owners currently share the 50 hectares of this iconic Burgundian clos. We own 3 parcels here, an indication of the sheer complexity of Bourgogne. 2 parcels are situated in the lower part of the close, and the 3rd in the centre of the clos near the château.
This 1.27-hectare plot, characterized by deep marl soils and east to southeast exposure, was planted in 1940, 1974, 1980, 1981, and 2013, and is managed using certified organic farming practices.
- Region
- Bourgogne
- Appellation
- Côte de Nuits
- Sub-Appellation
- Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Pinot Noir
- Aging
- 16 months in 60% French oak barrels, 60% new oak
- Alcohol
- 13%
Deep ruby red with complex fruity and floral notes (rose, violet) and a subtle hint of oak on the nose. The attack is smooth with powerful tannins. This well-structured and very persistent wine is an honor to the reputation of this exceptional Grand Cru.
Wine Spectator
95 Points
2022
"A solid, broad-shouldered red, offering a compact matrix of tannins and buried cherry and blackberry fruit, with vivid acidity driving it all. Mineral and spice notes join a touch of sandalwood to accent the fruit as this plays out on the superlong finish."
— Bruce Sanderson, 2024
