Corton “Clos Des Cortons Faiveley” (Monopole) — 2022
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Introduction
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WINERY Wine runs deep in the Faiveley family’s blood, as they have been deeply rooted in Bourgogne, its history, and its culture for almost two centuries now. Their values have remained unchanged over the last seven generations and are based on a deep attachment to the Bourgogne region, an instinctive passion for the terroirs, and an innate respect for man and his work. Today they are one of the largest owners in Burgundy, with holdings spreading from the Côte de Nuits to the Côte Chalonnaise, featuring polished, collectible reds and whites with exceptionally high ratings.
WINE “Clos des Cortons Faiveley” has been owned by the Faiveley family as a monopole since 1874. It is the domaine’s flagship wine and one of just two Bourgogne Grands Crus to bear the name of its owner (Romanée-Conti being the other).
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Vineyard Profile
- Grape Source: Clos des Cortons Faiveley - Monopole
- Appellation: Corton, Grand Cru, AOC
- Location: Bourgogne
- Cultivation: Organic
- Size: 2.77 ha
- Vine Age: Years planted: 1932, 1956, 1965, 1971, 1976, 1977, 1981, 1987, 2002
- Soil: Ferruginous oolites and marls
- Exposure: East
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Vintage Report
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The winter of 2022 was relatively mild with average levels of rainfall. The nights of April 10-12 saw some frost (-2°C) although our vines fortunately did not suffer too much. Bud burst occurred in mid April. Flowering began on May 18 in the Côte Chalonnaise and May 23rd in the Côte d’Or. Spring saw lightning fast growth during the 2022 vintage with the extremely fast development of the plant owing to the effects of the rain and warmth. The month of May was a record-breaker in terms of heat (as high as 30°C) and was also very dry. At the beginning of June, the vines made up for the lost time caused by the spring frosts. Another defining characteristic of the vintage was 3 severe storms in the Côte de Nuits in June 2023 with cumulative rainfall levels of 250mm (compared to the 60mm average in June). The rain in June proved highly beneficial and enabled the vines to withstand the intense summer heat thanks to water reserves stored in the soils. This year the harvests took place in the glorious sunshine and the fruit displayed exceptional ripeness with sugar levels in line with the average. It was a particularly high quality harvest this year and the grapes were intensely fragrant and in perfect health.
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Vinification
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The proportion of de-stemmed grapes and whole clusters varies depending on the vintage. The wines are punched down daily in order to extract color, tannins and aromas from the skin of the grapes. After a 19 day vatting period, the alcoholic fermentation is complete. The free-run wine is run off using a gravity system whilst the marc is pressed slowly and gently in order to extract an exceptionally pure press wine.
- Barrel Aging: 18 months in French oak barrels- 50% new oak, 50% second fill barrels
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol: 13.5%
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Tasting Notes
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Ruby red in color with clear purple reflections. The nose is powerful, and concentrated and exudes notes of black cherry and spice. The palate is rich and smooth with good energy and concentration. The finish is elegant. An excellent wine for cellar aging.
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Reviews
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Corton “Clos Des Cortons Faiveley” (Monopole) — 2022 – Wine Spectator – 97 Points
“Marked by toasty new oak, vanilla and resin notes, this red also reveals a core of cherry, raspberry, earth and mineral flavors. Broad and powerful, backed by bright acidity and fine-grained, chalky tannins.”
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Corton “Clos Des Cortons Faiveley” (Monopole) — 2022 – James Suckling – 97 Points
"Beautiful nose of fresh Damson plums with a slew of delicate, spicy nuances. For anyone who thinks that great Burgundy must be delicate and silky, here is the firm and deeply structured answer to that one-sided viewpoint. Enormously stony wild herb character powers the extremely long, simultaneously firm and expressive finish.”
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Corton “Clos Des Cortons Faiveley” (Monopole) — 2022 – Wine Advocate – 96 Points
“The 2022 Corton Grand Cru Clos des Cortons Faiveley is also a real success, unfurling in the glass with rich aromas of cherries, berries, peonies, licorice and spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, deep and concentrated palate that's cool and stony, with a tightly wound core framed by sweet but chalky tannins. This will be long lived.”
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Corton “Clos Des Cortons Faiveley” (Monopole) — 2022 – Vinous – 96 Points
"The 2022 Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley Grand Cru has a potent nose: think of grandmother's potpourri you smelled in her old house. It almost overwhelms that red fruit behind it. The palate is well-balanced with pure red cherry, wild strawberry, and finely-knit tannins. It’s one of the more elegant Cortons tasted with a touch of piquancy on the finish. Delightful. Drink after 8-10 years if you can resist temptation.”