2021 Domaine Faiveley Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru "Les Porets", Burgundy, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

The 2021 Les Porets-Saint-Georges Premier Cru captures the distinct personality of this southeast-facing vineyard, rooted in limestone and marl soils that yield wines with depth, grip, and longevity. The vintage brings a cooler profile, enhancing the wine’s freshness and aromatic lift. Hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes undergo a meticulous selection process before fermentation in open wooden vats with partial whole-cluster inclusion. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels (around 30% new) for 14 to 16 months, refining its structure and imparting subtle toast and spice nuances.

The result is a classic yet vivid expression of Nuits-Saint-Georges: dark-fruited and brooding in its youth, with layers of savory earth, graphite, and dried herbs. It reflects both the power and elegance that characterize the southern Premier Crus of the village. Ideal pairings include duck breast with cherry reduction, roasted game birds, or mushroom risotto.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Domaine Faiveley, founded in 1825 and still family-owned, is one of Burgundy’s most respected estates, known for its deep roots and modern approach. Now led by Erwan Faiveley, the domaine has refined its winemaking philosophy to emphasize greater finesse, precision, and site expression. The estate farms over 120 hectares, including many prestigious Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, using sustainable and increasingly organic practices.

In Nuits-Saint-Georges, Faiveley is a key landholder and longtime steward of terroirs like Les Porets, where meticulous vineyard work and minimal intervention in the cellar allow the identity of each climat to shine. The estate's wines are marked by purity, terroir transparency, and age-worthiness—hallmarks of one of Burgundy's enduring names.