2023 Domaine Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, France

ABOUT THIS WINE

This village-level Chambolle-Musigny is sourced from multiple parcels within the commune, where thin topsoil over limestone bedrock encourages delicacy and aromatic lift in Pinot Noir. The 2023 vintage was marked by warm conditions and early ripeness, but Faiveley’s vineyard precision allowed for balanced fruit with preserved acidity and freshness.

Grapes were hand-harvested and vinified with a gentle approach—minimal extraction and careful temperature control—to highlight the elegance of the fruit. Aging took place in French oak barrels, around 20–25% new, to frame the wine without overshadowing its delicate profile.

The resulting wine offers classic Chambolle notes: floral aromatics, soft red fruits, and a lacy structure. On the palate, it is light on its feet yet layered, with a chalky edge that reflects the limestone soils. This is an ideal pairing for poultry dishes with herbs, grilled salmon, or mushroom-based cuisine, and can be enjoyed young or aged for five to eight years for additional complexity.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Domaine Faiveley, founded in 1825 and based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, is one of Burgundy’s most respected family-run estates, with extensive holdings across the Côte d’Or. Under the direction of Erwan Faiveley, the domaine has undergone a stylistic transformation—moving toward a more restrained, terroir-driven approach with an emphasis on vineyard health and balance.

Farming practices are increasingly sustainable and tailored to each parcel. In Chambolle-Musigny, Faiveley works with vineyards that produce wines of softness and aromatic complexity, contrasting with their more structured holdings in Nuits-Saint-Georges or Gevrey-Chambertin.

This 2023 Chambolle-Musigny is emblematic of the house’s modern touch: polished, transparent, and terroir-reflective, while staying true to the appellation’s signature elegance.