Domaine Faiveley
Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
Legend has it that the Corton hillside was once planted exclusively with red grape variety and that Charlemagne himself had a penchant for these wines. Unfortunately, the red wine left scarlet stains on the Emperor’s beard and his wife feared that this would bring shame upon the royal dignity. Charlemagne, therefore, decided to replant the vineyards with white grape variety in order to continue drinking his favorite wine. Our family purchased this parcel in 1874 along with the Corton “Clos des Cortons Faiveley” Grand Cru Monopole
This 0.87-hectare plot, planted in 1933, 1935, 1987, 1988, 2010, on grey marls soils, with a easten exposure, and is cultivated using organic farming practices.
- Region
- Bourgogne
- Appellation
- Côte de Beaune
- Sub-Appellation
- Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Chardonnay
- Aging
- 18 months in French oak barrels, 50-60% new oak, with frequent stirring.
- Alcohol
- 13%
The nose reveals oaky, fruity, and floral notes. The palate is concentrated and well-balanced with excellent aromatic persistency. The rich aromas make this Grand Cru enjoyable in its youth although it only develops its full character after a few years of bottle age. An exceptional wine with depth and minerality.
James Suckling
98 Points
2023
"It sounds contradictory, but this has huge Amalfi-lemon and lime-zest freshness with wildflower aromas but also an incredible mineral power that is so focused. Fantastic midpalate concentration. The extraordinarily stony finish knocks you off your chair in the nicest possible way. Fermented and matured in 50% new oak barriques and 50% once-used barriques."
— Stuart Pigott, 2025
