Faiveley
Les Ouvrées Rodin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru
Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru
2014
Vintage
Varietal
Pinot Noir
ABV
Where it is, June 2026
At Peak: in the heart of its drinking window (2017-2038).
In 2026, the Faiveley Les Ouvrées Rodin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru 2014 is nine years into its peak drinking window (2017 to 2038), positioned solidly at mid-peak with twelve years of prime drinking ahead. The 2014 vintage in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits earned a WS 95 Classic rating for wines of juicy cherry and berry flavors with freshness and tension, and the best showing added depth and energy over time. In 2026, that depth is unmistakable: the complex fruity aromas and spicy flowers of the wine's youth have deepened and integrated, and the lingering fresh mint and white pepper on the long finish, hallmarks of this specific parcel within Clos de Bèze, are now completely resolved into the wine's aromatic architecture rather than standing as youthful structural features. The powerful tannins noted at release have refined into finely grained structure that carries the wine's concentration with precision and elegance. For a wine from a specific sub-parcel ("ouvrée") within Chambertin-Clos de Bèze, Les Ouvrées Rodin in 2026 is delivering exactly what a single-plot Burgundy grand cru should: a terroir-specific statement that no other wine can replicate.
The ‘14 Les Ouvrées Rodin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru.
A single-parcel WS 95 Chambertin-Clos de Bèze at mid-peak: the 2014 Faiveley Les Ouvrées Rodin delivers strawberry, raspberry, spicy flowers, fresh mint, and white pepper with remarkable precision, 12 years of peak window remaining.
Drinking window
Tasting note
The 2014 Faiveley Les Ouvrées Rodin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze Grand Cru in 2026 opens with a complex and highly enticing aromatic presence. Complex fruity aromas carry spicy flowers on the nose, a combination that is distinctive for the appellation and suggests the particular character of the Les Ouvrées Rodin parcel within Clos de Bèze. On the palate, fresh strawberries and raspberries dominate the fruit register, a lighter, more precise red-fruited profile than the dark fruit that characterizes many Chambertin-Clos de Bèze wines. The tannins are powerful but fine-grained in 2026, nine years into peak drinking, well-integrated and precise rather than imposing. The finish is the wine's most distinctive feature: long, lingering, and defined by fresh mint and white pepper notes that sustain for an extraordinary length with no sign of fading. These aromatic characteristics, the spicy flowers, the mint, and the white pepper, are signatures of this specific ouvrée within Clos de Bèze and what makes Les Ouvrées Rodin a collectible single-parcel expression rather than a generic grand cru bottling.
The 2014 vintage
The 2014 vintage in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits earned a WS 95 Classic rating for wines of juicy cherry and berry flavors with freshness and tension, with the best showing added depth and energy. The 2014 season was the third consecutive year of hail damage across Burgundy, reducing yields significantly for estates in the Côte de Nuits. A cool growing season through summer was followed by a warm and dry September, a pattern that allowed Pinot Noir to achieve full phenolic ripeness at naturally lower alcohol levels. Harvest arrived in mid-September under favorable conditions. For the Chambertin-Clos de Bèze grand cru, the 2014 vintage's lower natural alcohol and tight structure complemented the appellation's naturally powerful character, producing wines of unusual elegance for the site. The low yields from hail damage concentrated the distinctive aromatic character of individual parcels like Les Ouvrées Rodin, reinforcing the mint, white pepper, and spicy floral signature.
About Faiveley
Faiveley was founded in 1825 in Nuits-Saint-Georges and has grown into one of Burgundy's leading négociant-eleveur houses under five generations of the Faiveley family. Erwan Faiveley, the fifth generation, took over direction in 2007 and has modernized the estate's winemaking while preserving its classic style and extensive domaine holdings. In Chambertin-Clos de Bèze, Faiveley holds exceptional parcels, and the Les Ouvrées Rodin is their prestige single-parcel selection from within the grand cru. An "ouvrée" is an ancient Burgundian unit of land measure equaling approximately 428 square meters, and "Rodin" identifies a specific section of the Clos de Bèze, giving this wine a terroir identity more precise than any other Faiveley Clos de Bèze bottling. Winemaker Jérôme Flous oversees production across the estate's domaine and négociant operations.
From the cellar: pair with
Roasted saddle of lamb with herbed crust and rosemary jus
The wine's spicy flowers, fresh mint, and fine tannins are a natural match for herb-crusted lamb: the mint and herb notes in the wine mirror the preparation while the fine tannin structure holds the richness without overpowering the dish.
Duck magret with cherry compote and black pepper reduction
The fresh strawberry and raspberry fruit and powerful-yet-fine tannins of Les Ouvrées Rodin complement the richness of duck magret, while the white pepper finish of the wine echoes the pepper reduction.
Aged Saint-Nectaire with black truffle honey
The wine's complex fruity aromatics, spicy flowers, and long mineral finish find a compatible partner in aged Saint-Nectaire, whose earthy, mushroom-tinged rind and creamy texture mirror the Gevrey-Chambertin terroir character.
Service & cellaring
- Serving Temp
- 62-65°F (16-18°C)
- Decanting
- Decant 1 to 1.5 hours before serving. In 2026 at mid-peak, the 2014 Les Ouvrées Rodin benefits from air to open its complex aromatic profile. The spicy flowers and red fruit respond to decanting, and the fresh mint and white pepper on the finish become more expressive. Serve in a large Burgundy glass.
- Cellar Storage
- 55°F (13°C), 60-70% humidity, bottle horizontal through 2038.
The drinking window on this bottle is calculated with the Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) v1.0, a 10-factor model. Try the free drinking window calculator on any wine, or read when to drink wine for the practical signals.
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Frequently Asked
When is the best time to drink the 2014 Faiveley Les Ouvrées Rodin Chambertin-Clos de Bèze?
In 2026, the wine is at mid-peak with twelve years of prime drinking remaining through 2038. The 2014 vintage's freshness and tension mean the wine is drinking well now and will continue to develop for another decade-plus. There is no urgency to open it, but collectors who do in 2026 will find a wine fully in its stride. The distinctive mint and white pepper finish is at its most expressive in 2026. Find more Burgundy recommendations at [/wines/region/burgundy](/wines/region/burgundy).
What is a Les Ouvrées Rodin and why is this bottling special?
An ouvrée is an ancient Burgundian unit of land measure equal to approximately 428 square meters, a fraction of a standard hectare. Les Ouvrées Rodin identifies a specific named parcel (Rodin) within the larger Chambertin-Clos de Bèze grand cru. Faiveley vinifies this micro-parcel separately to create a wine with terroir precision beyond what the grand cru appellation alone conveys. The distinctive spicy flowers, fresh mint, and white pepper character of this bottling is not shared by other Clos de Bèze producers and reflects the specific soil composition and microclimate of the Rodin sub-parcel.
How long should I decant the 2014 Faiveley Les Ouvrées Rodin?
Decant 1 to 1.5 hours before serving in 2026. The complex aromatic profile, particularly the spicy flowers and mint character, opens and brightens with air. Serve at 62 to 65°F (16 to 18°C) in a large Burgundy glass. The wine evolves noticeably over the first 2 hours after decanting, and the fresh mint and white pepper on the finish become more expressive and precise with time in the glass.
What foods pair best with the 2014 Les Ouvrées Rodin?
The wine's fresh strawberry and raspberry fruit, spicy floral nose, and mint-and-white-pepper finish make it particularly complementary to herb-driven preparations. Herb-crusted lamb, duck with cherry and black pepper, or aged semi-soft cheeses are excellent choices. The red fruit profile is lighter than a typical Chambertin, making it versatile and particularly rewarding with medium-weight dishes rather than heavily braised meats. See more [Pinot Noir pairings](/wines/varietal/pinot-noir).
How does Faiveley's style differ from other Chambertin-Clos de Bèze producers?
Faiveley's Les Ouvrées Rodin produces a noticeably red-fruited, florally expressive Clos de Bèze with a distinctive white pepper and mint character on the finish. This contrasts with the darker, denser style typical of producers like Rousseau or Drouhin in the same grand cru. Erwan Faiveley has emphasized precision and terroir specificity since taking over in 2007, and the single-ouvrée approach exemplifies that philosophy. The 2014 vintage amplified the site's natural freshness and aromatic precision.