Domaine Faiveley Chambolle Musigny 1er Cru la Combe d’Orveau 2012 750ml

Subtle wood sets off elegant pure essence of red pinot fruit, lavender, violet and wet stone scents. There is excellent detail and superb complexity to the intensely mineral-driven middle weight flavors that possess impeccably good balance and length on the ever-so-mildly austere finish. As is often the case when this is young it is quite linear at present and will require several years of cellaring to really flesh out.

• 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.