Domaine Faiveley
Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru Les Porets Saint George
The origins of the appellation’s name are not entirely clear. It could be an ancient word for “poiriers” (meaning pear tree). It is situated in the South of the village in the “Les Porêts” climate and its rustic style is similar to that of the “Les Saint-Georges”. In 1855 this area was stated by Dr. Lavalle to be one of the very best in Nuits. The family is very attached to these vines as they were the very first to be purchased by the Domaine in the 1830s.
Plot: 1.69 ha. The vines from this vineyard produce a powerful, structured and tannic wine typical of Nuits Saint-Georges. Its distinctive character stems from the deep, stony, brown limestone soils.
- Region
- Bourgogne
- Appellation
- Côte de Nuits
- Sub-Appellation
- Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Pinot Noir
- Aging
- 16 months in French oak barrels, 40-50% new oak, 50-60% once used barrels.
- Alcohol
- 13%
Deep ruby red color. The nose discloses black fruits, toasty notes and a hint of oak. The smooth, round attack gives way to a powerful and structured mid-palate. A well-balanced and very persistent wine with excellent aging potential.
Wine Spectator
91 Points
2022
“Sweet spices frame the core of cherry, blackberry, boysenberry, iron and sandalwood aromas and flavors. Supple and rich, with a firm base of tannins and bright acidity for support.”
— Bruce Sanderson, 2024
Wine Spectator
91 Points
2022
“Sweet spices frame the core of cherry, blackberry, boysenberry, iron and sandalwood aromas and flavors. Supple and rich, with a firm base of tannins and bright acidity for support.”
— Bruce Sanderson, 2024
