Domaine Faiveley – Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley Monopole Grand Cru 2005 – Burgundy France

Domaine Faiveley Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley Monopole Grand Cru 2005 is the flagship wine of the estate and the only red Grand Cru monopole in the Côte de Beaune. Owned exclusively by the Faiveley family since 1874, this historic vineyard produces Pinot Noir of remarkable depth, structure, and longevity.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Corton Clos des Cortons Faiveley Monopole Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
• Vintage: 2005
• Vineyard: Clos des Cortons Faiveley Monopole Grand Cru
• Vineyard Size: 2.76 hectares (6.83 acres)
• Planting Years: 1932, 1956, 1965, 1971, 1976, 1977, 1981, 1987, 2002, 2019
• Soil: Limestone, marl, clay, and ferruginous oolite
• Style: Grand Cru Burgundy red wine

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Ripe red cherry, raspberry, red currant
• Savory: Spice, earth, mineral complexity
• Structure: Firm yet polished tannins, balanced acidity, long finish

Clos des Cortons Faiveley combines power and elegance in a distinctive expression of Corton. Intense aromas of ripe red fruit and spice lead into a palate that balances richness with structure, finishing with impressive persistence and the capacity for extended aging.

❤️ Why We Love It

• The flagship wine of Domaine Faiveley and a family-owned monopole since 1874
• The only red Grand Cru monopole in the Côte de Beaune
• Historic vineyard with old vines and a uniquely complex limestone-rich terroir

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast venison or duck
• Beef Wellington
• Herb-crusted lamb
• Aged Comté and Alpine cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of historic Grand Cru Burgundy
✓ Lovers of structured, age-worthy Pinot Noir
✓ Fans of classic Côte de Beaune reds
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, early-drinking wines