Domaine Faiveley : Meursault 1er cru "Blagny" Joseph Faiveley 2023

Tasting notes and characteristics of Meursault 1er cru "Blagny" Joseph Faiveley 2023

Tasting

Appearance
Bright and pale yellow in colour, this wine reveals subtle golden highlights.

Nose
Rich and complex, the bouquet unveils aromas of white and yellow fruits, fresh lemon zest and a saline minerality. The whole is enhanced by a delicate note of smoky reduction, along with hints of vanilla and toasted nuts.

Palate
The attack is full and generous, offering a silky texture. The palate stands out for its beautiful mineral tension and a lively acidity that perfectly balance the wine's volume. The finish stretches with exceptional length, marked by citrus notes.

Serving and cellaring

For an optimal tasting experience, it is advisable to serve this wine at a temperature between 12 and 14°C. Approachable today, this Meursault 1er cru "Blagny" Joseph Faiveley 2023 will reveal its full potential until around 2035.

Food and wine pairings

This white wine pairs beautifully with fine fish, seafood such as grilled lobster or langoustines, as well as white meats in sauce. It also enhances foie gras and characterful cheeses such as Roquefort or Époisses.

The mineral expression of a Meursault Premier Cru by Domaine Faiveley

The estate

Founded in 1825 by Pierre Faiveley, Domaine Faiveley stands as a true institution in Burgundy. Historically based in Nuits-Saint-Georges, the estate today watches over an extensive vineyard of 127 hectares stretching from the Côte de Nuits to the Côte Chalonnaise. Currently led by the seventh generation, embodied by Erwan and Eve Faiveley, the estate brilliantly combines respect for ancestral traditions with modernisation. Certified in organic farming, this prestigious house illustrates the excellence of the Burgundian terroir through cuvées of great precision.

The vineyard

Located in the prestigious Meursault appellation, in the Côte de Beaune, the Climat of Blagny enjoys a privileged position at approximately 260 metres in altitude. The vines benefit from a fine east and south-south-east exposure, encouraging optimal ripening of the berries. This singular terroir rests on a complex geological mosaic, composed of Jurassic limestone marls, magnesian limestones and Argovian marls.

The vintage

The 2023 year was marked by an exceptional accumulation of heat throughout the growing cycle. After concerns regarding the ripeness of the berries at the end of the summer, an intense five-day heatwave struck the vineyard around 20 August. This scorching episode was followed by a cooler period accompanied by 20 to 25 millimetres of rainfall, allowing the maturities to be refined before the harvest.

Vinification and ageing

Crafted from rigorously selected grapes under the house's négociant label, this Meursault 1er cru "Blagny" Joseph Faiveley 2023 benefits from precise winemaking. Fermentations take place in bespoke wooden vats, followed by a carefully managed ageing in French oak barrels, allowing the woody notes to be subtly integrated.

Grape variety

Chardonnay (100%).