Faiveley Montagny (2009)
Winery: | J. Faiveley |
Region: | France » Burgundy » Côte Chalonnaise » Montagny |
Varietal: | Chardonnay |
Type: | Table Wines |
Pierre Faiveley started the domaine in 1825 and his son Joseph gave his name to the family business.A Georges Faiveley was involved in the founding of the Chevaliers du Tastevin organisation.[ www.tastevin-bougogne.com]The domaine is now run by 7th generation Erwan Faiveley. The family are also involved with an engineering business that also bears their name [www.faiveleytransport.com]There are 120 hectares in total spread all over Burgundy and includes 10 hectares of Grand Cru and 25 of Premier Cru making it one of the larger Burgundy domaines
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J. Faiveley on SnoothNovember 2013
It’s a great thing when things just come together. Earlier this year I had planned a trip to California to do some tasting but it had to be postponed. When I went to reschedule I noticed a thread in the Snooth Forum that was looking for people to join in a West Coast Pinot Noir Throw Down. I wasn’t sure what exactly that entailed but I am alway... Read More
November 2013
A touch minty on the nose at first, then this displays more of smoky, earthy note with subtle notes of meaty, dark berry fruit framed with notes of rust, vanilla, and dried ginger. Smooth, fairly rich and polished with a real fine core of nervous acidity supporting earthy and slightly leather burnished cherry fruit. Theres a lovely dark soil ton... Read More
November 2013
Funky, earthy curranty aromas with autumnal base notes. Bright acids and fine tannins support a fine core of earthy, mineral driven fruit, though the fruit is fading here leaving more of a coffee gringos expression on the long finish. Cool climate, mature and at peak. 89pt Read More
August 2013
Nice deep reddish colour with a hint of royal purple. Oaky, savoury, addictive! Read More
February 2013
Robe noir - almost completely opaque; nose reminiscent of Pinot Noir with cherry, strawberry and damp earth - but with somewhat greater depth. Silky smooth on entry with no heat and typical medium finish. Wonderful Beaujolais cru from a good vintage and one of the best for the price. 90 points. Read More
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