2021 Faiveley Les Porets St Georges Nuits St. Georges 1er Cru, Burgundy

This holding is the largest for Faiveley in the village where they are based, totalling 1.69ha, with the oldest vines planted in 1945. In 2021 it delivered a wine of bright, fresh cherry aromas with an edge of rose petals and mineral, but nothing green or astringent. The texture is vibrant, yet there is rewarding density and good length. It is mostly destemmed and fermented on native yeasts with daily punching down before ageing 16 months in casks (half new).

90 points Charles Curtis MW decanter.com

Deep ruby red colour. The nose discloses black fruits, toasty notes and a hint of oak. The smooth, round attack gives way to a powerful and structured mid-palate. A well-balanced and very persistent wine with excellent ageing potential. Serve with duck breast with seared foie gras, game, rabbit stew, roasted or grilled red meats.