2021 Domaine Faiveley, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru, Les Saints-Georges

The 2021 Nuits Saint-Georges Les Saint-Georges 1er Cru sports a little reduction on the nose, mainly red fruit tinged with soy and a little spice box emerging with time. Something here just reminds me of a fine Pinot from Hemel-en-Aarde. The palate is supple and rounded in texture, leaning a little into Vosne-like red fruit with a lovely creaminess that seduces on the finish. Clever use of oak and whole bunch here lends this texture and restraint, yet never leaves you feeling shortchanged. Tasted blind at the Burgfest tasting.

For reports and full tasting notes, go toTim Atkin MW's website.

The 2021 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Saint-Georges reveals aromas of smoky berries, cherries and rich soil tones, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and fleshy palate that's seamless and suave, framed by melting tannins. It's part domaine, part négoce.