Domaine Armelle & Jean-Michel Molin Fixin Les Hervelets 1er Cru 2021

A red Fixin Les Hervelets 1er Cru from Domaine Armelle & Jean-Michel Molin, made from Pinot Nero grown on old vines planted in the 1940s. They stand in the highest part of the climat, at about 380 metres, just below the woodland that covers the hilltop. The slope faces east and the soils are rich in marly limestone outcrops. The grapes are picked by hand and fermented at controlled temperature, then the wine is aged in traditional French oak barriques. The bouquet is elegant and intense, with small red fruits, raspberries, redcurrants and wild strawberries, and light woody notes. On the palate it is well structured, harmonious and velvety, with tannins and freshness in balance, and a good length.