Maison Albert Bichot, Fixin 1er Cru, "Clos de la Perriere", Monopole 2019

Fixin (pronounced "Fissin") is located in the Côte de Nuits area, between Dijon and Gevrey-Chambertin. The "Manoir de la Perrière" was built in the 12th century by the Monks of Cîteaux, who have been the fi rst to detect the potential of this 5-hectare (12 acres) clos. There is no Grand Cru in Fixin, yet, thanks to its exceptional climate and its ideal exposure, it has already been compared to its neighbour, the Chambertin! Indeed, it has a south-east exposure, at an altitude of 350 to 380 meters, and its calcareous soil is homogenous.