Maison Joseph Faiveley, Bourgogne Rouge (France) 2013

The transformation of Maison Joseph Faiveley under the leadership of Erwan Faiveley and his team has been extraordinary, catapulting the house into the top tier of Burgundy’s top producers.  And the quality of the wines shows at all levels, from their top Grand Crus to this “simple” Bourgogne Rouge, which shows the charm and allure of red Burgundy.  Not in the bolder style of California Pinot Noir, Faiveley’s Bourgogne Rouge shows the multifaceted character of that grape, delivering bright fruit and savory earthiness simultaneously. It’s almost impossible to find Pinot Noir-based wine of this quality at this price.  Uncork it with a roast chicken.