2020 Pierre Gelin Fixin 1er Cru "Clos Napoleon", Burgundy, France
The 2020 Pierre Gelin Fixin 1er Cru "Clos Napoleon" is a vibrant and structured wine, showing aromas of ripe cherry, wild raspberry, and delicate violet. Layers of forest floor, subtle spice, and mineral notes add complexity. On the palate, it’s concentrated yet elegant, with refined tannins and a lingering, mineral-driven finish.
ABOUT THIS WINE
This exceptional Fixin 1er Cru "Clos Napoleon" from Domaine Pierre Gelin is crafted from one of the finest single-vineyard sites in Fixin. Situated on a gentle slope with ideal sun exposure, "Clos Napoleon" produces a Pinot Noir of notable depth and finesse. The 2020 vintage showcases the vineyard's distinctive minerality and balance. Aged in oak to enhance structure while preserving fruit purity, this wine embodies the elegance of Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits.
ABOUT THIS PRODUCER
Founded in 1925, Domaine Pierre Gelin is a family estate dedicated to sustainable practices and minimal intervention, ensuring that each wine reflects the authenticity of its terroir. The domaine is renowned for its meticulous care of the "Clos Napoleon" vineyard, a monopole site that produces some of the most respected wines of Fixin. Through careful viticulture and traditional vinification, Pierre Gelin crafts wines that beautifully express the character and complexity of Burgundy.
Details:
Grape(s) | Pinot Noir |
Farming | Organic |