Among Chambolle’s most sought-after climats, Les Fuées unfolds a poetry of textures and aromas that has made the village famous. In this 2021 vintage, Domaine Faiveley delivers a finely chiselled reading of this emblematic 1er Cru, where delicacy does not exclude body or length. The palate shapes like a silk pattern, supported by a mineral thread that recalls the limestone imprint of the slope. For the enthusiast, it promises a rare emotion: a Burgundy red that speaks softly but lingers long in memory, with Chambolle’s inimitable tact—full of floral notes, delicate fruit and subtle depth.

Blend and winemaking

Made exclusively from Pinot Noir harvested on the Les Fuées climat, this 1er Cru benefits from the domaine’s meticulous know-how. Rigorous sorting, measured extraction, precise ageing in oak barrels with subtle oak influence—all contribute to preserving the brightness of the fruit and the identity of the site. The pursuit of balance is paramount, with careful interventions to reveal Chambolle’s airy charm and the harmonious structure typical of the terroir, without heaviness or artifice. The aim is clear: to offer a material of great purity, where aromas unfold progressively and the texture maintains its elasticity, for a mouthfeel that is not easily forgotten.

Tasting notes

• Colour : Bright ruby with carmine highlights, clear and shimmering, suggesting a satiny, profound texture.
• Nose : Graceful bouquet of fresh raspberry, redcurrant and cherry, lifted by violet, peony and orange peel. A fine touch of light spices, discreet oak evoking tonka bean and tea leaf.
• Palate : Gentle entry, enveloping mid-palate, silky tannins precisely structured. The heart of fruit pulses, carried by a bright, sapid freshness. Long, vibrant finish on wet stone and dried rose.

Serving temperature and tips

Serve this Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru between 15 and 16°C in large glasses to honour the delicacy of its aromas. A gentle aeration, 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on your judgement, will allow the flowers and spices to open without forcing the wine. Store bottles on their side, away from light, in a cool and stable cellar. This cuvée can be enjoyed in its youth for the charm of the fruit, and will gain complexity over the years as the floral framework melds with the tertiary nuances of the terroir.

Food pairings

• Aperitifs : Comté gougères, delicate charcuterie, truffled poultry terrine, jambon persillé.
• Starters : Hand-cut veal tartare, perfect egg with chanterelles, ballotine of poultry, roasted root vegetables.
• Main courses : Roast duckling with mild spices, veal fillet, porcini risotto, pigeon cooked pink, delicate beef cut lightly seared.
• Cheeses : Brillat-Savarin, Cîteaux, delicately aged Époisses, old Comté with a crumbly texture.
• Desserts : Subtle match with a thin, lightly sweetened red fruit tart or a dark chocolate entremet served in small portions.

Occasions to enjoy

The Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées 2021, Domaine Faiveley, pairs splendidly with:

• An intimate dinner that favours emotion, conversation and precise pairings.
• A gastronomic table focused on precise cooking and the nobility of the jus.
• A connoisseur's gift to celebrate a chosen moment, promising a great Burgundy full of nuance.

Characteristics

• Name : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru Les Fuées 2021, Domaine Faiveley
• Appellation : Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru AOC
• Type : Red wine, Fine wines
• Vintage : 2021
• Grape : Pinot Noir
• Aging : in oak barrels with measured oak influence, duration not specified
• Volume : 75 cl
• Service : 15 à 16°C, gentle aeration recommended
• Cellaring : good aging potential depending on cellar conditions