Domaine Fichet, Mâcon-Villages, Burgundy, France, 2022 BIN NO 2317
This is a delicate, fruity Chardonnay in the Burgundian style with a perfect balance of concentration, acidity and minerality. Refreshing and imminently quaffable!
An excellent aperitif or an ideal pairing for fish dishes.
Blend: Chardonnay 100%
Organic Vineyard
ABV 13%
Producer Profile
Run by brothers Pierre-Yves and Olivier, Domaine Fichet has raised the quality level of its wines in recent years by investing in a new, modern winery.
The terroir here is unique, with a high content of white limestone in the chalk and clay. The microclimate brings extra humidity and morning fog. Now, with a new winery and a general willingness to modernise their approach, the brothers' wines have continued to improve year after year. The Mâcon-Villages have a perfect balance of concentration, acidity, and minerality, and the Bourgogne Pinot Noir is beautifully fresh and light.
Viticulture
The terroir here is unique, as there is a high content of white limestone in the chalk and clay. The microclimate brings extra humidity and morning fog. Francis Fichet was one of the first to plant Pinot Noir in the highly Chardonnay-dominant region. His original plantings are now over 30 years old and are blended with Pinot that Pierre-Yves planted in 1994 et 1995. Today, Domaine Fichet has 35 ha of vineyards and 26 ha of Chardonnay.
Winemaking
On arrival the grapes are sorted and destemmed before a gentle pressing. After the must has settled fermentation takes place in stainless steel at low temperature. To add texture, the wine is kept on its fine lines for 6 months.
Tasting Notes
A light, fruity Chardonnay in the Burgundian style with a perfect balance of concentration, acidity and minerality. Refreshing and quaffable.