2021 Domaine Faiveley Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes

Faiveley has been part of Burgundy’s DNA for nearly 200 years, and this old-vine Gevrey-Chambertin is a reminder of why they’re still at the top of their game. Sourced from around 10 hectares of vines, many planted back in the mid-20th century, it’s a blend of plots that gives a classic snapshot of Gevrey’s rugged, deep-fruited charm.

2021 was a cooler, more traditional vintage, which suits Faiveley’s style to a tee. The fruit is hand-harvested, with a mix of whole bunch and de-stemmed grapes, and after a slow ferment and 19 days on skins, it’s aged in mostly older French oak to keep the focus on purity and site expression. The result is a wine that’s structured but not hard-edged, with dark fruit, earthy grip, and the kind of understated power that makes Gevrey so compelling.

It’s drinking well now with a bit of air but has the bones to reward patience if you can tuck it away. Classic Burgundy through and through - no gimmicks, just old vines doing their thing.