Domaine Fichet, Mâcon-Villages, Burgundy, France, 2023

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 modern new winery.

The terroir here is unique, with a high content of white limestone among the chalk and clay, while the area’s microclimate brings extra humidity and morning fog. With improved facilities and a general willingness to modernise their approach, the brothers’ wines have continued to improve year on year. The Mâcon-Villages has a perfect balance of concentration, acidity and minerality, and the Bourgougne 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. Domaine Fichet today has 35 ha of vineyards, including 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 lies for 6 months.

Tasting Note

A light, fruity Chardonnay in the Burgundian style with a perfect balance of concentration, acidity and minerality. Refreshing and quaffable.

Food Matching

An excellent choice as an aperitif or with fish dishes.