At a glance

Producer

Domaine Faiveley

Region

Mazis-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$450-$700

Tasting profile

Ripe dark cherry, black raspberry, earth, subtle spice, floral hints with tight structure

Evolution: Will develop more complex tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, and truffle with aging

At peak: Supple, harmonious, silky tannins with layered complexity and long finish

Structure

Acidity

High, vibrant acidity typical of Mazis-Chambertin terroir

Tannins

Firm, refined, classic young Grand Cru structure

Alcohol

Around 13.5%-14%

Aging potential

Strong aging potential of 20+ years from vintage due to classic terroir, producer quality, and vintage conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2043

Optimal window

2025 to 2046

Current status

Youthful and evolving

Current condition

Shows good structure but needs cellar time to harmonize tannins and spicy complexity

Mazis-Chambertin is a Grand Cru Domaine Faiveley vineyard with prime terroir and structure to support at least 20 years aging. The 2018 vintage was excellent in Burgundy, producing wines with ripe fruit and excellent tannic backbone, allowing this wine to reach optimal drinking window starting 7+ years post vintage and remain enjoyable for decades.

Food pairing

Pairs beautifully with roasted duck, game birds, lamb, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften firm tannins and open up complex aromas

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of integrated pest management, soil health focus, water conservation measures, energy efficiency improvements, eco-friendly packaging

Domaine Faiveley, a leading Burgundy estate, embraces several sustainable viticulture practices such as reducing chemical inputs, maintaining biodiversity, and improving energy efficiency. Although not fully certified organic or biodynamic, their continuous improvements and regional sustainability efforts justify a solid mid-to-high sustainability score. Carbon footprint is moderate due to international distribution but is offset somewhat by local sourcing and efforts toward environmentally responsible viticulture and packaging.