The 2023 Faiveley Chambertin Clos de Bèze Grand Cru is a Pinot Noir hailing from the esteemed Chambertin Clos de Bèze sub-appellation in the Gevrey Chambertin region of Burgundy's Côte de Nuits. Produced by Domaine Faiveley, this red wine represents the richness and elegance typical of its Grand Cru status.
According to Neal Martin of Vinous, who awarded it a score of 94 points, the wine initially does not impress on the nose as much as its counterpart, the Mazis-Chambertin. However, it gradually reveals a complex bouquet of finely delineated brambly red fruit, tea leaves, briar, and brown spice. Martin notes that the wine's medium-bodied palate is characterized by light tannins, a somewhat unexpected feature for a Grand Cru, which often presents with more robust tannic structure. He describes it as a "transparent" Pinot Noir, offering light grip and a long, peppery finish. Martin suggests that this wine will benefit from four to five years of aging in the bottle to fully develop its potential.
The 2023 Faiveley Chambertin Clos de Bèze promises an elegant drinking experience for those who appreciate the subtleties of Pinot Noir from one of Burgundy’s most prestigious vineyards. While it may require some patience, this wine has the potential to evolve into a finely balanced and complex expression of its terroir. Neal Martin's review highlights the wine's understated finesse and suggests that it will reward those who wait for its flavors to fully integrate and mature.