History
Maison Moillard is an institution in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Our House has unique know-how in the art of making and maturing Burgundy wines and Crémants and offers a fine selection of appellations throughout Burgundy, from Chablis to Mâcon and up to in Beaujolais.
Grape variety
Pinot Noir
Origin
Located north of the Côte de Nuits, the village of Fixin (pronounced "Fissin") is situated between Dijon and Gevrey-Chambertin.
Soil
Brown calcareous soils with more shades of marl in some places.
Vinification
Traditional vinification in thermos-regulated stainless steel vats on a 3 weeks period: Cold pre-fermentation maceration around 8 ° C. Pigeages and pumping over to extract colour and structure. Fermentation with a peak temperature around 30 ° C. Post fermentation maceration at 25 ° C. Ageing in oak barrels between 8 to 16 months with malolactic fermentation. 30% of new oak barrels.
sensory characteristic
Colour
Bright red in colour.
Nose
Charming wine with a fruity nose accompanied by a floral hint.
Palate
The palate is harmonious with round tannins, it reminds raspberry. The finish is long and pleasant. Elegant wine representative of the designation.
Recommendations
Tasty meat such as roast lamb, prime rib eye steak, duck breast or game. Spicy recipes. Cheeses with strong flavours such Livarot, Munster, Maroilles, Epoisses, Langres, Ami du Chambertin, Soumaintrain...
Serving
14-16°C
Cellar potential
Drink within 5 years.