Domaine Faiveley Mazis Chambertin Grand Cru 2021

Winery Background and History

Founded in 1825 in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine Faiveley is one of Burgundy’s most esteemed family-owned estates. Spanning over 125 hectares, the domaine boasts significant holdings across the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Under the leadership of Erwan Faiveley since 2005, the estate has harmonized traditional practices with modern techniques, emphasizing sustainable viticulture and precise winemaking to express the unique terroirs of Burgundy.

Producer and Winemaker

Erwan Faiveley, representing the seventh generation, leads the domaine with a vision of producing wines that reflect both tradition and innovation. Collaborating with Technical Director Jérôme Flous, they focus on meticulous vineyard management and minimal intervention in the cellar. Their approach ensures that each wine authentically represents its origin, showcasing purity, elegance, and depth.

Vineyards and Microclimate

The Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru vineyard is situated in the commune of Gevrey-Chambertin, within the Côte de Nuits sub-region of Burgundy. Domaine Faiveley’s holdings encompass 1.56 hectares, with vines planted between 1930 and 2007. The vineyard features shallow soils with eastern exposure and is farmed organically. This terroir contributes to the wine’s richness, aromatic finesse, and aging potential.

Vinification & Aging Methods

Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted before fermentation. Fermentation occurs in wooden vats with daily punch-downs to extract color, tannins, and aromas. After a 19-day vatting period, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation. Aging lasts 16 to 18 months in French oak barrels, with 60% new oak and 40% once-used barrels, allowing the wine to develop complexity and structure.

Tasting Notes

The 2022 Mazis-Chambertin Grand Cru exhibits a deep ruby-red hue. The nose reveals intense notes of oak, spice, and red fruits. On the palate, it offers a harmonious combination of fruity and oaky notes, with smooth tannins and a long, lingering finish. This well-balanced wine is the epitome of elegance.

Food & Wine Pairing

This Grand Cru pairs excellently with rich dishes such as roasted duck, game meats, and beef Wellington. Its robust structure and intricate flavors also complement earthy mushroom risottos and aged cheeses like Comté or Époisses, enhancing the dining experience.

Service Methods and Temperatures

Serve at 14°C to 16°C (57°F to 61°F). Decanting for 1 to 2 hours is recommended to allow the wine to open up and reveal its aromatic complexity. Use large Burgundy glasses to fully appreciate its bouquet and texture.

Storage and Aging Potential

Store in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature and humidity. The 2022 vintage has excellent aging potential, expected to evolve gracefully over the next 15 to 25 years, developing greater complexity and depth with time.

Grape Varietals & Percentage Used

100% Pinot Noir

ABV (Alcohol by Volume)

13.0%

Scores

• Wine Spectator: 95

• Wine Advocate: 94–96

• Vinous (Neal Martin): 94–96

• Burghound (Allen Meadows): 93–95

• James Suckling: 99–100

• Jasper Morris (Inside Burgundy): 93–96