{"product_id":"domaine-faiveley-rully-les-villeranges-blanc-2024-pre-sale-introductory-pricing-eta-10-21-2026","title":"Domaine Faiveley Rully \"Les Villeranges\" Blanc 2024 (Pre-Arrival - Introductory Offer ETA 10\/21\/2026)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaker's Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully refined expression of white Burgundy, Domaine Faiveley Rully Les Villeranges Blanc 2024 combines the purity of Chardonnay with the distinctive mineral character of Burgundy's Côte Chalonnaise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrilliant pale yellow in color, the wine opens with delicate aromas of ripe orchard fruits, fresh pear, citrus and subtle flinty minerality. Hints of white flowers and gentle creaminess add complexity to its elegant bouquet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, this sophisticated Chardonnay is smooth, rounded and wonderfully balanced, offering flavors of fresh melon, orchard fruit and citrus complemented by a delicate mineral backbone. A subtle creamy texture lends richness without sacrificing freshness, while lively acidity carries the wine through a precise, refreshing finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth elegant and generous, Les Villeranges beautifully captures the charm, finesse and exceptional character of Rully Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in 1825 in Nuits-Saint-Georges, Domaine Faiveley is one of Burgundy's most distinguished family-owned wine estates. For seven generations, the Faiveley family has cultivated exceptional vineyards throughout the region, building a reputation for wines that faithfully express the identity of Burgundy's diverse terroirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, seventh-generation Erwan Faiveley oversees the estate alongside Technical Director and winemaker Jérôme Flous. Their approach combines centuries of Burgundian tradition with meticulous vineyard management and modern precision.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Faiveley's extensive holdings in the Côte Chalonnaise are particularly noteworthy, producing wines that offer exceptional regional character and craftsmanship beyond Burgundy's more famous Côte d'Or appellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vineyard \u0026amp; Terroir – Les Villeranges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in the historic village of Rully, Les Villeranges is among the most recognizable white-wine vineyard sites in the Côte Chalonnaise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Faiveley's 5.65-hectare vineyard is planted on limestone and marly soils naturally low in iron, geological conditions that contribute to the wine's distinctive flinty and mineral characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vines were planted in several stages, beginning in 1987, with additional plantings in 1990, 2009, 2013, 2018 and 2023.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis combination of mature and younger vines helps produce Chardonnay with generous fruit, aromatic complexity and refreshing balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRully has an impressive winemaking heritage extending back centuries. Historical records indicate that in 1629, the village's wines were sufficiently prized that 22 barrels were sent to King Louis XIII.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, Rully remains one of Burgundy's most compelling appellations for elegant, mineral-driven Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2024 Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2024 vintage in Burgundy was marked by challenging growing conditions, including significant rainfall and disease pressure, requiring careful vineyard work and rigorous fruit selection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite these difficulties, successful Chardonnay wines from the Côte Chalonnaise show beautiful aromatic precision, vibrant acidity and impressive freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Faiveley's Rully Les Villeranges 2024 reflects these qualities, combining ripe orchard fruit, subtle creaminess and distinctive mineral character with the lively acidity that makes fine white Burgundy so appealing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Aging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing careful fruit selection, Domaine Faiveley vinifies the Chardonnay using traditional Burgundian winemaking techniques designed to preserve aromatic purity and the vineyard's distinctive mineral expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wine undergoes approximately 16 months of maturation, with 50% aged in French oak barrels and 50% in stainless steel tanks. Only around 10% of the barrels are new, ensuring that oak influence remains subtle and beautifully integrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular stirring of the lees during barrel maturation contributes additional richness, texture and complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis thoughtful combination of oak and stainless steel allows Les Villeranges to develop a rounded, elegant mouthfeel while maintaining freshness, precision and vibrant Chardonnay fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully versatile white Burgundy that pairs beautifully with grilled sea bass, roasted halibut, pan-seared scallops, grilled shrimp, lobster, roast chicken, creamy seafood pasta, mushroom risotto and fresh goat cheese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts bright acidity and mineral finish make it especially appealing alongside simply prepared fish, shellfish and delicate poultry dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Serving Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50–54°F (10–12°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91 James Suckling:  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Pure, subtle aromas of melon, star fruit and touches of cream and citrus. Round and medium-bodied with good freshness and a lightly creamy but refreshing finish. Drink now.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— Zekun Shuai for JamesSuckling.com, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 Points – Michael Apstein | A beautifully elegant, mineral-driven Chardonnay from one of Burgundy's most charming white-wine appellations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRully Les Villeranges 2024 delivers everything we love about classic white Burgundy: expressive orchard fruit, vibrant citrus, delicate flinty minerality and a graceful, rounded texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts limestone-rich vineyard, meticulous winemaking and careful balance between French oak and stainless steel create a Chardonnay that is sophisticated yet wonderfully approachable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptional discovery for Burgundy lovers looking beyond the Côte d'Or for wines that deliver outstanding character, finesse and authentic French terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Faiveley Rully Les Villeranges Blanc 2024 – Côte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 93 Points – Michael Apstein, Wine Review Online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 91 Points – James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Burgundy, Côte Chalonnaise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rully AOC (Village)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Les Villeranges\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Domaine Faiveley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Team:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Erwan Faiveley and Technical Director Jérôme Flous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.65 hectares (13.96 acres)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoils:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Limestone and marl, naturally low in iron\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry White Wine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13% (U.S. importer specification)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 16 months, divided equally between French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCellaring Potential:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–5 years, according to Domaine Faiveley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"67","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54265475662107,"sku":"210000061228","price":49.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/zlfvit89elxsb2tlpp6x.jpg?v=1792189063","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/domaine-faiveley-rully-les-villeranges-blanc-2024-pre-sale-introductory-pricing-eta-10-21-2026","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}