Gevrey Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers 2018
Domaine Faiveley combines the principles of modern winemaking methods with the time honored traditions that have been practiced for centuries within their 19th century cellars. Each terroir and each vintage, benefits from special attention which makes the cuvées unique. Each bottle therefore becomes the faithful reflection of its terroir.
Terroir: Domaine Faiveley owns a single 5.06 acre parcel of the total 25 acre Les Cazatiers vineyard. The vineyard is located high on the hillside in the northern part of the appellation bordering the equally famous 1er Cru of Clos St-Jacques. Exposure is due east with soils made up primarily of white marl (clay) and limestone gravel.
Vinification: Grapes are hand harvested and sorted upon arrival at the domaine. Following a short maceration the must undergoes primary fermentation in a combination of stainless steel and wooden vats. The young wines are aged in 70% lightly toasted new oak barrels for 16 to 18 months.
Additional Information
Deep ruby red hue with an intense and complex nose characterised by red fruits, toast and subtle roasted notes. The palate is rich and round with a firm structure and direct tannins. This remarkably powerful wine offers a silky mouthfeel and exceptional length.
Technical Details
- Appellation: Gevrey-Chambertin
- Winemaker: Jerome Flous
- Sustainability: Sustainable Practices
- Soil: White Marl, Limestone
- Avg Vine Age: Date to 1958
- Alcohol: Under 14%
- Avg Production: 7500 bottles
- Sizes Available: 6/750ml, 3/1.5
- Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Recent Press
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Score: 94 Points
Wine Spectator Insider Author: Bruce Sanderson
Date: Wednesday, February 17, 2021"Charming and classy, this red is lush and saturated with black cherry, blackberry, earth and a hint of tobacco flavors. It's balanced, turning firmer midpalate, with powdery tannins lining the tangy finish. An accent of iron creeps in at the end. Best from 2024 through 2042." -
Score: 94 Points
JamesSuckling.com Author: James Suckling
Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2020"Tantalizing aromas of ripe strawberries, violets and cherries with some light bark. Medium-to full-bodied with firm, very silky tannins that are extremely polished and fine. Love the balance and focus to this. Try after 2022." -
The Wine Advocate Author: William Kelley
Date: Thursday, January 9, 2020"Mingling aromas of sweet wild berries with rich bass notes of forest floor, spice and grilled squab, the 2018 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers is medium to full-bodied, broad and concentrated, with rich structuring tannins, comparatively low acidity and a long, sapid finish."Grade: 92-94 points
