Mercurey “Clos Rochette” Domaine Faiveley, Monopole 2015

Producer Information

This Burgundian domaine has been a family estate for nearly 200 years. Erwan Faiveley, 7th generation, took the reins in 2006 from his father when he was only 25. They have earned their reputation as one of Burgundy’s finest and most trusted, with an unparalleled selection from the Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune and Côte Chalonnaise totalling over 120 hectares.

Vineyards

This vineyard neighbours that of La Framboisière which produces powerful red wines. In the Clos Rochette, the soil is particularly compact and hard to work, being strewn with little rocks, hence the name. Rich and complex white wines are produced here.

Soil: Clay/Limestone

Domaine Faiveley surface area: 4ha 83a – (10.83 acres)
Years the vines were planted: 1960, 1987, 1999
Average annual production: 29,790 bottles

Winemaking

When the grapes reach perfect maturity, they are harvested and transported to our winery of Mercurey. The must is extracted by using a pneumatic press, then decanted. The vinification can lasts 4 weeks and is made partially (20%) in barrels.
Aging process lasts 11 months for this wine, 20% in barrels with regular stirring, the rest being raised in tanks. This allows the wine to acquire delicate woody notes without masking the vivacity and typicality sought in the white wines of Côte Chalonnaise.
The wines are racked in Mercurey and then transported to Nuits-Saint-Georges, at the headquarters of Domaine Faiveley, in order to be prepared before bottling.

Vintage Information

The 2015 vintage provided a relatively carefree growing season. It was an exceptionally dry and hot summer, though happily the water table had been well replenished through the winter.
Both a naturally small bunch-set and the dry conditions have limited the size of the crop, though welcome rainfall in August partially offset the drought.
Hailed as an excellent vintage. Reds are combine the concentration of 2005 with the juicy charm of 2010. While the white wines are full of fruit and flesh, yet with good acidity, and a fine, fresh feel.

Tasting Note

This wine has beautiful complex aromas. It is very expressive on the nose with scents of white flowers and spices. There is a wonderful liveliness on the palate to begin with, which is slightly attenuated by the roundness and smoothness from being raised in oak. The mix of tastes works harmoniously to give us a wine of great delicacy.

Food Pairing

Poultry, Vol au Vent, Fish



Serving Suggestion

Serve at 10°C. Cellaring Potential: 5 to 7 years

Côte Chalonnaise
100% Chardonnay
Cork

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