Located in the heart of the Côte de Nuits, in Nuits-Saint-Georges, the Faiveley family has been making wine here since 1825. Following six generations before him, the domaine is today in the hands of Erwan Faiveley, who took over from his father in 2005. Since taking the reins, Erwan has invested heavily in the winery, including introducing new vinification and maturation methods, whilst remaining true to the values of those before him. He also built a spectacular new winery which was used for the first time in 2018.

With 120-hectares of vines on exceptional terroirs, including in 12 Grand Cru and 25 Premier Cru climats, these iconic wines are enjoyed in 80 countries around the world.

Interview with Eve Faiveley, Owner

What is Domaine Faiveley’s philosophy and style of winemaking?

Our family has gradually acquired 120 hectares of vineyards located in some of the most prestigious 'climats' of Burgundy. For the past seven generations, we have been committed to rigorous viticulture and precise vinification, in order to continue to build the reputation of our historical wine domaine and our unique family heritage. We strive for excellence, from our work in the vineyards right through to the bottling of our wines. Our desire is to enhance these outstanding Burgundian terroirs with a style that combines strength, finesse and elegance. The Domaine’s values and culture are summed up in the keywords: family spirit, tradition and modernity, innovation and investment, savoir-faire, prestige and quality.

Charmes-Chambertin is a wine producer located in the Burgundy region of France. The history of this producer dates back to the 19th century when the vineyards were first planted. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of the Gevrey-Chambertin hillside, which is known for producing some of the finest wines in the world.

The style of production at Charmes-Chambertin is traditional and focused on producing high-quality wines that reflect the terroir of the region. The vineyards are carefully tended to throughout the year, with a focus on sustainable and organic farming practices. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted before being fermented in oak barrels. The wines are then aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months, which gives them a rich and complex flavour profile.

Charmes-Chambertin produces a range of wines, including red and white wines. The red wines are made from Pinot Noir grapes and are known for their rich, fruity flavour and complex aroma. The white wines are made from Chardonnay grapes and are known for their crisp, refreshing flavour and delicate aroma.

The wines produced by Charmes-Chambertin are highly sought after by wine enthusiasts around the world. They are known for their exceptional quality and unique flavour profile. The wines are often described as elegant, complex, and well-balanced, with a long and lingering finish.

Overall, Charmes-Chambertin is a producer that is highly respected in the wine industry. Their commitment to traditional production methods and sustainable farming practices has helped them to produce some of the finest wines in the world. If you are looking for a high-quality wine that reflects the terroir of the Burgundy region, then Charmes-Chambertin is definitely a producer to consider.