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.

Nuits-Saint-Georges is a commune located in the Côte de Nuits subregion of Burgundy, France. This region is known for producing some of the finest Pinot Noir wines in the world, and Nuits-Saint-Georges is no exception. The history of winemaking in this region dates back to the Roman era, and the vineyards here have been producing wine for centuries.

The style of production in Nuits-Saint-Georges is traditional and focused on quality. The vineyards are carefully tended to by skilled winemakers who use sustainable and organic farming practices to ensure the grapes are of the highest quality. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted to ensure only the best fruit is used in the winemaking process.

The wines produced in Nuits-Saint-Georges are known for their elegance, complexity, and depth of flavor. They are typically medium-bodied with a bright acidity and a long, smooth finish. The Pinot Noir grapes used in these wines are grown in a unique terroir that is rich in limestone and clay, which gives the wines their distinctive minerality and earthy notes.

Nuits-Saint-Georges is home to many renowned winemakers, including Domaine Faiveley, Domaine de l'Arlot, and Domaine Henri Gouges. These producers are known for their commitment to quality and their ability to produce wines that are true expressions of the terroir.

If you are looking for a high-quality Pinot Noir from Burgundy, Nuits-Saint-Georges is a region that should not be overlooked. The wines produced here are some of the finest in the world and are sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.