Fixin
Situation
Côte de Nuits
Level
AOC Village
Grape variety
Pinot noir
Fixin (whose 'x' is pronounced like an 's') is located in the Côte de Nuits, between Dijon and Gevrey-Chambertin.
Though the slopes tend to be gentle around the village, the difference in altitude between the vines in the upper and lower parts of the plot can reach up to 80 metres.
Tasting
Delicate nose featuring notes of flowers (rose, violet) and red fruit (cherry, raspberry...). Fleshy and structured on the palate, this fresh, subtly oaked wine boasts harmonious balance. The finish is long and finishes on slight notes of spices.
Food/wine pairing
Taste this wine with roasted or stewed meats (beef, lamb, duck, game), or with medium to mature cheeses.
Serving and keeping
Serve at 15-16°C (59-61°F).
Aging potential: 5 to 7 years and more.
Vintages
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The vineyard
Soil: Calcareous clay soil with localized marls
Vinification
Harvest: Handpicked
Fermentation: Temperature-controlled conical oak vats
Fermentation time
: 18 to 21 days
Ageing
Ageing: In oak barrels 100%
Ageing time: 14 to 16 months
Proportion of new barrels: 20% to 30%