Bourgogne (Burgundy)

Burgundy wine region (Bourgogne)


Burgundy Wine Region

View from Burgundy Vineyards


Burgundy, also known as Bourgogne in French, is one of the most renowned wine regions in France and the world. It is located in eastern France and is famous for producing some of the finest and most sought-after wines, primarily from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape varieties.

The vineyards of Burgundy are classified into several sub-regions, each with its own distinct characteristics and appellations. Here are some of the key sub-regions and their notable vineyards:

  1. Côte de Nuits: Located in the northern part of Burgundy, the Côte de Nuits is renowned for its red wines made from Pinot Noir. It is home to some of the most prestigious vineyards, including:

    • Domaine de la Romanée-Conti: Producing some of the most exclusive and sought-after wines in the world, such as Romanée-Conti and La Tâche.

    • Gevrey-Chambertin: Known for powerful, structured, and age-worthy red wines.

    • Chambolle-Musigny: Producing elegant and delicate red wines with refined aromatics.

    • Vosne-Romanée: Famous for producing highly prized and complex wines, including renowned vineyards like Romanée-Conti, La Romanée, and La Tâche.


Joseph Drouin Clos des Mouches

Maison Joseph Drouhin Clos des Mouches


  1. Côte de Beaune: Located south of the Côte de Nuits, the Côte de Beaune is known for both red and white wines, with a focus on Chardonnay for whites and Pinot Noir for reds. Notable vineyards include:

    • Puligny-Montrachet: Renowned for its exceptional white wines, particularly Chardonnay, with premier cru and grand cru vineyards like Le Montrachet, Bâtard-Montrachet, and Chevalier-Montrachet.

    • Meursault: Famous for rich, full-bodied white wines, often with buttery and nutty characteristics.

    • Pommard: Known for producing robust, full-bodied red wines with depth and structure.


On the road in Côte de Beaune


  1. Côte Chalonnaise: Situated south of the Côte de Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise is home to several notable appellations, including:

    • Mercurey: Known for both red and white wines, with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as the key grape varieties.

    • Rully: Producing red and white wines, with notable expressions of both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

    • Givry: Known for its red wines made from Pinot Noir, often displaying elegance and fruit-forward profiles.

    • Montagny: An appellation dedicated exclusively to white wine production, with Chardonnay as the main grape variety.

  2. https://vineyards.com/wine-region/cote-chalonnaise

Mercurey Wine Region

Mercurey Vineyards


  2. Mâconnais: Located to the south of the Côte Chalonnaise, the Mâconnais region is known for its white wines made from Chardonnay. Notable appellations include:

    • Pouilly-Fuissé: Known for producing rich and complex white wines with depth and structure.

    • Saint-Véran: Recognized for its high-quality Chardonnay wines with elegance and freshness.

    • Viré-Clessé: Producing white wines with a balance of richness and vibrancy.

  3. https://vineyards.com/wine-region/maconnais

Pouilly Fuissé

Pouilly Fuissé

These are just a few examples of the sub-regions and vineyards within Burgundy. The region is vast and has numerous other appellations, each contributing to the diversity and excellence of Burgundian wines.

Sources: Vineyards.com