Description

Albéric Bichot runs one of the four largest traditional wine merchants in Burgundy: since 1996, he has headed of the house of Albert Bichot in Beaune, a family business that goes back six generations. He manages 105 hectares of vineyard and six domains which extend from the north to the south of the region, taking in Chablis, Moulin-à-Vent, Côte-de-Nuits and Côte-de-Beaune. He also buys in grapes from 70 partner growers across a further 350 hectares: grapes that will end up as Albert Bichot wine. No less than 137 different wines in fact, reflecting the veritable mosaic that is the Burgundy vineyard.

The Perrière Manor was built in the 12th century by the Cîteaux monks, who were the first to realize the potential of this 12-acre clos. No Grand Crus are produced in Fixin, but due to the exceptional quality of this Climat, which is located at altitudes of between 350 and 380 metres with ideal southeastern exposure, it has been compared with neighbouring Chambertin, try buying one of those at this price!

Handpicking and careful grape sorting upon arrival at the winery. Maceration and fermentation takes place in thermoregulated wooden vats for 18 to 21 days. Aging in oak barrels (35 to 40% new barrels) for 16 to 17 months.

The result is stunning deep in colour with a powerful dark fruited nose.  The ripe powerful fruit is balanced by the altitude and structure from the oak.  Impressive!