Domaine Faiveley Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru la Combe d’Orveau 2023 750ml

Lovely forward pomegranate and cherry fruit with hints of mint and violets; the texture is light and fresh, and on the palate, there is a distinct saline minerality: ‘You smell the limestone,’ in the words of technical director Jérôme Flous. The parcel, which touches Les Petits Musigny, has been part of the domaine for more than a century. Ideally one would give this two or three years in the cellar, but it should open soon.

• Country: France
• Region: Burgundy
• Appellation: Cote De Nuits
• Sub Appellation: Chambolle Musigny
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Regularly described as being the grape varietal responsible for producing the world’s most romantic wines, Pinot Noir has long been associated with elegance and a broad range of flavors The name means ‘black pine’ in French, and this is due to the fact that the fruit of this particular varietal is especially dark in color, and hangs in a conical shape, like that of a pine cone. Despite being grown today in almost every wine producing country, Pinot Noir is a notoriously difficult grape variety to cultivate. This is because it is especially susceptible to various forms of mold and mildew, and thrives best in steady, cooler climates. However, the quality of the fruit has ensured that wineries and vintners have persevered with the varietal, and new technologies and methods have overcome many of the problems it presents. Alongside this, the wide popularity and enthusiasm for this grape has ensured it will remain a firm favorite amongst wine drinkers for many years to come.