The grapes are picked and sorted by hand. Maceration lasts 3-4 weeks, usually with 40-50% of the grapes whole. The wines are aged for 16-18 months in French oak barrels, of which around 50% are new.
Located in Côte de Nuits between Dijon and Gevrey-Chambertin, Fixin (pronounced Fissin) is created in 1860 at his hamlet of Fixey. The appellation is well known to produce red wines known as 'winter's wine'.
A deep mid-red hue. On the nose, floral scents (violets and peony), fruity (blackcurrant, Morello cherry and quince), musk and pepper. On the mouth, tanninc in its youth but a rounded attack, solid structure and delicate texture with age.
Red meat, poultry with sauce and any type of cheese.
