2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Drinking Window 7–10 years
Classification Mercurey Premier Cru
Region Le Clos du Roy
Soil Clay-limestone and white marl
Orientation South And South-West
Sites Plot selection within Premier Cru Le Clos du Roy
Production Details The selected parcel covers 0.3852 ha and was planted in 1982; La Favorite is vinified and matured separately from the regular Clos du Roy. The 2022 trade page recommends serving at 16–18°C after light aeration.
Tasting Notes Deep ruby; ripe black fruit, spices and elegant oak; ample, savory palate with tannic structure and a long finish.
Producer Information
Website
Address
8 rue du Tribourg, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges, France
Phone
+33 (0)3 80 61 04 55
Owner
Erwan Faiveley and Eve Faiveley
Cellarmaster
Jérôme Flous