Domaine Faiveley

Bourgogne, France

Latricières-Chambertin — 2022

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  • Introduction

    • 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 This climat was called “Petite Merveille” (Little Wonder) in the Middle Ages, a sign of the high quality of the wines produced here. “Latricières-Chambertin” dates back to 1508 and is the most southern Grand Cru in Gevrey-Chambertin. This wine reveals an exceptional balance between minerality (reminiscent of Clos de la Roche) and depth (close in style to a Chambertin).

  • Vineyard Profile

    • Appellation: Latricières-Chambertin, Grand Cru, AOC
    • Location: Bourgogne
    • Viticulture: Organic Farming
    • Size: 1.21 ha
    • Vine Age: Years planted: 1958, 1984, 1989
    • Soil: Shallow limestone-rich soils with a layer of silica
    • Orientation: East
  • Vintage Report

    • 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.

  • Vinification

    • 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: 16-18 months in French oak barrels- 60% new oak, 40% once used barrels
  • Technical Information

    • Varietal Composition: Pinot Noir
    • Alcohol: 13.5%
  • Tasting Notes

    • Intense ruby red hue and complex nose offering rich roasted notes and spice. The palate opens up with rich, silky tannins that give way to a powerful and complex structure.

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Reviews

  • Latricières-Chambertin — 2022 – Wine Spectator – 95 Points

    "Dark and slightly brooding, this red features black cherry, blackberry, iron, sandalwood, vanilla and smoke aromas and flavors. Firmly structured, with refined tannins and vibrant acidity paving the way for the intense finish. Shows fine poise and energy yet will require a few years in bottle to really show all its details."

  • Latricières-Chambertin — 2022 – Vinous – 95 Points

    "The 2022 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru has slightly blacker fruit on the nose compared to the Echézeaux. It’s a little conservative, as Latricières often is, but delineated with well-integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with an elegant entry, refined with sutured and pliant tannins. A more delicate Latricières than expected with pleasing mineralité on the finish. This should gain weight during élevage and become a delicious, refined Grand Cru.”

  • Latricières-Chambertin — 2022 – Wine Advocate – 97 Points

    “The 2022 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru is once again one of the high points of the range chez Faiveley, wafting from the glass with aromas of raspberries, rose petals, Indian spices, blood orange and coniferous forest floor, followed by a full-bodied, ample and layered palate that's cool, concentrated, vibrant and perfumed, concluding with a long, saline finish.”

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