Domaine Faiveley (Joseph Faiveley)
Clos Rochette Mercurey Chardonnay
This wine’s sat in the cellar for some time now, avoiding opening for no real reason other than little interest in this corner of Burgundy. Well, more fool me, as this was a joy to drink, truly joyous Chardonnay that could hold a candle to many a pricier wine from the Côte de Beaune. The nose is gorgeous, with that delightful medley of burnt butter, lemon rind, cinnamon and wet stone, while the palate adds melon and flecks of vanilla to the mix. It’s saline, harmonious and finishes sneaky long. Wish I had another few of these in that neglected corner of the cellar!
This wine’s sat in the cellar for some time now, avoiding opening for no real reason other than little interest in this corner of Burgundy. Well, more fool me, as this was a joy to drink, truly joyous Chardonnay that could hold a candle to many a pricier wine from the Côte de Beaune. The nose is gorgeous, with that delightful medley of burnt butter, lemon rind, cinnamon and wet stone, while the palate adds melon and flecks of vanilla to the mix. It’s saline, harmonious and finishes sneaky long. Wish I had another few of these in that neglected corner of the cellar!
Jun 25th, 2023Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany; Bastille Day, 14 July 2021 at Café Capriccio, Albany, NY
Confrérie Des Chevaliers du Tastevin Sous-Commanderie d'Albany; Bastille Day, 14 July 2021 at Café Capriccio, Albany, NY
Jul 14th, 2021Had this with steamed lobster and it did just fine.
Had this with steamed lobster and it did just fine.
Oct 9th, 2020Beautifully crafted - a bargain for anyone who loves Meursault but balls at today's prices. This delivers the lemony, headily scented richness in a somewhat leaner but immensely flavorful package. Crisp, beautiful texture, loveley finish
Beautifully crafted - a bargain for anyone who loves Meursault but balls at today's prices. This delivers the lemony, headily scented richness in a somewhat leaner but immensely flavorful package. Crisp, beautiful texture, loveley finish
Sep 18th, 2019@Joe Lucca Come on ... need a case of this in my life! Love you buddy! Thanks again for sharing!
@Joe Lucca Come on ... need a case of this in my life! Love you buddy! Thanks again for sharing!
Feb 1st, 2019Day drinking with @ADAM STROMFELD Gorgeous single vineyard; apple, citrus, pineapple, along with a nice nuttiness. Drank this at room temp and it was singing. Need to pull one at cellar temp next.
Day drinking with @ADAM STROMFELD Gorgeous single vineyard; apple, citrus, pineapple, along with a nice nuttiness. Drank this at room temp and it was singing. Need to pull one at cellar temp next.
Jun 30th, 2018This is ripe, structured white Burgundy. 30% new French oak with battonage. Fruit from a 13 acre monopole. 2015 will cellar very well. This wine knows it’s good.
This is ripe, structured white Burgundy. 30% new French oak with battonage. Fruit from a 13 acre monopole. 2015 will cellar very well. This wine knows it’s good.
May 11th, 2018Lively Granny Smith apples and pineapple soft but well balanced.
Lively Granny Smith apples and pineapple soft but well balanced.
May 8th, 2018Pear apple with floral overtones. Round with loads of minrtakity
Pear apple with floral overtones. Round with loads of minrtakity
Mar 30th, 2017