Domaine Fichet is located in Burgundy in the small village of Ige, and more precisely in the hamlet of Martoret. From a long line of wine-growers, only Francis Fichet took the risk of creating his own domaine withdrawing from the co-operative winery of the village during 1976. He prospered and the domaine now totals about 11 ha of vines, of which 3/4 are Gamay and Pinot Noir, the rest is Chardonnay.
The various varietals can be found on the two slopes that surround the domaine. The south-east facing slope (benefiting from the rising sun), with its clay and limestone soil, is planted mainly to red varietals, Gamay and Pinot Noir as well as a portion of the whites (Aligoté).
The south-west facing slope (benefiting from the setting sun), is planted with Chardonnay vines which require more sun. The soil is rich in limestone and chalk which encourages the expression of the vine and favours terroir wines.
Francis Fichet was one of the first winegrowers to plant Pinot Noir in Maconnais and is a great reflection of the terrior. This wine has a beautiful cherry red colour, and classic Pinot fruity characteristics. It is round and easy to drink with soft, integrated tannins on the finish.
