Domaine Faiveley Grands-Échézeaux Grand Cru 2017 bacdiscountedluc An excellent vintage overall

An excellent vintage overall

supported by hints of anise

The palate is fairly tensed with acidity

and saddle leather

The nose is assailed by a blast of cherry and dark fruits with latent scents of perfume and complemented by a touch of spice and laid-back French oak

Domaine Faiveley Grands-Échézeaux Grand Cru 2017 bacdiscountedluc An excellent vintage overallBased in Nuits St Georges, the famous Domaine Faiveley was founded in 1825 and in more recent times, the domaine has greatly expanded its vineyards across the entire Cte d'Or. The grapes are entirely destemmed and fermented in a mix of new wooden vats for the top end wines and stainless steel for the lesser cuvees. Once notorious for being fairly austere, there has been less emphasis on extraction over the last ten years and the wines show increased