Burgundy! What else?...

Burgundy is a region in the North East of France famous throughout the world for its great wines. It covers six large vineyards from North to South :

• Chablis, Chardonnay only with the exception of Saint Bris-le-Vineux, only AOC in Burgundy made from the Sauvignon blanc, which give it that extraordinary floral, exotic fruit flavor 

• Cotes de Nuits 

• Cotes de Beaune 

• Cote Chalonnaise 

• Cote Maconnaise



• Beaujolais 


With an annual harvest of about 200 million bottles, the Burgundy vineyard accounts for roughly 5% of the French production of “Appellation d’Origine Controlee” wines (also known as AOC), but less than 1% of the world wine production.  In terms of size it might well be small but it is huge when it comes to its reputation.

To understand Burgundy better, the concept of “Terroir” has to be understood. The wine’s originality and typical character are due to the largely calcareous soil of Burgundy. For more than 1000 years now, these soils have been enhanced by the know-how of the people of Burgundy.  The “terroir” and the two great Burgundy varietals, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir create a perfect harmony, without equal anywhere in the world.

Chardonnay and the Pinot Noir express their full character alone, without being blended with other varietals. This original characteristic means they are exceptionally pure with specific and recognizable personalities.



Burgundy has 100 or so different appellations, each of them with their own personality.
Regional appellations account for 53% of prduction, Village appellation accounts for 35%, Premier Cru (1er) cru for 10% and only 2% for Grand Cru, which, you will have guessed, is the best of the best!

You will notice that there were six regions listed, not six! That is because since 1986, the Beaujolais region has been officially part of Burgundy. Even though it offers a different varietal - Gamay! 12 different appellations in Beaujolais, such as the light and tender Chiroubles, Fleurie and Saint Amour, plus stronger more robust Brouilly, Julienas, Moulin-a-vent, Regnie and of course the primeurs such as “Beaujolais nouveau,” fruity and spicy.

If it seems overwhelming at first glance, it is in fact what gives the region of Burgundy such charm and offers the visitor a journey of discovery for the senses and pleasures that are endlessly renewed!