Domaine Faiveley : Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand cru 2019

This is produced from three of the four Faiveley parcels in the Clos de Bèze. After a fermentation largely with whole clusters and ageing in cask (70% new), the wine is deeply aromatic, showing an array of aromas that range from ripe cassis and plum fruit to savoury and smoky notes with a mineral/saline edge. The texture of the wine is tannic, massively concentrated and firm, yet not unyielding. Superb.

The 2019 Chambertin Clos-de-Bèze Grand Cru is already showing a little maturity on the nose. It has a perfumed bouquet with red cherries and crushed strawberry, damp moss and a touch of oyster shell. It comes together in the glass and gains in complexity. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, perfectly judged acidity, lively red fruit and a slightly viscous texture. Concentrated but not overpowering, it retains wonderful focus and lingers temptingly on the finish. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.