Fixin 1er Cru Clos Napoleon Monopole Domaine Pierre Gelin 2021

Fixin 1er Cru Clos Napoléon Monopole 2021 – Domaine Pierre Gelin
Historic Monopole Pinot Noir with Depth, Precision & Noble Structure

Wine Type: Red
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir
Region: Côte de Nuits, Burgundy, France
Producer: Domaine Pierre Gelin
Vintage: 2021
Appellation: Fixin 1er Cru AOC
Monopole: Yes (Clos Napoléon exclusively owned by Domaine Pierre Gelin)

Product Description

The Clos Napoléon is a historic monopole vineyard entirely owned by Domaine Pierre Gelin, and has long been recognized as one of the most iconic sites in Fixin. Planted on a slope of shallow limestone and marl just above the village, this walled vineyard produces wines of impressive focus and longevity.

The 2021 vintage, cooler and more classical in profile, emphasizes the site’s clarity and minerality. Hand-harvested and vinified with indigenous yeasts, the wine is aged for about 16 months in French oak barrels (30% new). The result is a structured and age-worthy Pinot Noir, deeply expressive of its terroir.

Tasting Notes

Aromas: Wild strawberry, sour cherry, dried rose, earthy spice, and a hint of flint
Palate: Taut and elegant, with vibrant acidity, fine tannins, and layers of red fruit and crushed rock
Finish: Long, stony, and persistent with a savory, slightly saline edge

Serving Suggestions

Serve at 15–17 °C. Best from 2025 to 2040+ with a brief decant in youth.

Pairs well with:

• Roast duck or pigeon with thyme

• Porcini mushroom polenta

• Veal chop with mustard glaze

• Aged cheeses such as Comté, Laguiole, or aged goat cheese

Why Choose Fixin 1er Cru Clos Napoléon Monopole 2021?

A monopole Premier Cru from a historic domaine, this wine represents the essence of Fixin terroir—structured, mineral, and full of old-vine depth. The 2021 vintage shows poise and longevity, making this a must-have for Burgundy collectors and lovers of classic Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir.