2012 Domaine Faiveley Beaune Clos de l'Ecu 1er Cru
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Medium red. Obvious smoky reduction to the aromas of raspberry, earth and dusty spices. Fat, round and a bit earthy, showing good sweetness to its plum, cherry and spice flavors but not quite the treble tones I associate with this higher-altitude site. Finishes with serious, slightly dusty tannins. This may be passing through a stunted phase.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Good medium red. Bright sour cherry aroma complicated by leather, menthol and herbs; quite cool on the nose. Supple and spicy in the mouth, with a slightly diffuse quality to the medicinal dark fruit flavors. The tannins show a slightly dry edge. Only about 20% of this vineyard was affected by hail, according to Bernard Hervet.
About the producer
Domaine Faiveley is one of Burgundy’s most important wine producers. The family-owned estate, now in the hands of the seventh generation, is one of the largest in the region, with significant holdings in both the Côte d’Or and the Côte Chalonnaise.