Burgundy red wine

France is one of the countries with the longest wine tradition in the world. Burgundy is one of its most characteristic regions. The wines of Burgundy are one of the most sought after, and that is because their soil is considered the best in the world, both for its type and its quality.

The best known red grape varieties are Pinot Noir and Gamay, while white grapes are Chardonnay and Aligote. The lands where the vineyards are grown are steep and divided into small extensions, which gives rise to a special flavour and aroma. With a total of 110 Designations of Origin, in the Burgundy region there are approximately 6,500 winemakers. Burgundy wine production accounts for 6% of total wine production in France.

Classification of Burgundy wine

In Burgundy the classification of wine is made according to the quality of the vineyard where it comes from.

Grand Cru: it is the most exclusive category of them, to which belong the Burgundy wines that are made from the grapes harvested in the best vineyards of the Cote d'Or. Its ageing period lasts between five and seven years.

Premier Cru: they account for 12% of total production and its maturation process ranges between three and five years. The name of the town of origin appears on the label of this type of wine, as well as the vineyard's status and its name.

Village: they are those Burgundy wines that are made from the vineyards of a specific town. They account for 36% of total production and are consumed three years after the harvest date.

AOC Bourgogne: the most special wines of all, because they are the result of the mixture of vineyards in the region, so their flavour can vary greatly from one wine to another. They can be consumed up to three years after the harvest date.

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