The 2018 Faiveley Corton Clos des Cortons Grand Cru is a distinguished Pinot Noir from Burgundy's renowned Aloxe-Corton appellation. Produced by Domaine Faiveley, this wine is a testament to the region's rich winemaking heritage, and it reflects the unique terroir of its vineyard, a monopole owned by the Faiveley family since 1874.
This vintage has garnered high praise, with Wine Enthusiast awarding it a remarkable 97 points, describing it as "a breathtaking expression" with flavors of blackberries and Morello cherries, complemented by anise, ash, and peppery spices. The reviewer, Anna Lee C. Iijima, notes its vibrant structure and potential to gain finesse through 2040 and beyond.
James Suckling also rated it highly with 96 points, praising its "solid Corton" character with flavors of ripe strawberries, plums, and porcini. He highlights its full-bodied nature with tight, fine tannins, noting it as "quite muscular for the vintage" and suggesting it will improve with age, particularly after 2023.
Burghound describes it as "very Corton in basic character," awarding it 95 points. The review mentions its "intensely earthy and gamy aromas" and a finish that "goes on and on," emphasizing the wine's rustic nature and the patience required for its full potential to emerge.
Decanter echoes the sentiment of patience, also giving it 95 points. The review highlights the wine's origins from a site near the top of the Corton et Rognet slope and notes its "firm tannins, rich body, and length," indicating exceptional aging potential.
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate calls the wine "rich and elegantly muscular," with a score of 93. The review notes aromas of cassis, dark berries, and sweet spices, and describes it as "a deep, brooding Clos des Corton" that will benefit from bottle age.
Jasper Morris gives a glowing review with 96 points, noting its "beautifully heady yet perfectly poised" bouquet and "very fresh style." Overall, this wine is poised for a promising future, with its robust structure and complex flavors rewarding those who choose to cellar it.