Red Burgundy is the benchmark for refinement. These wines may come in understated bottles, but what’s inside is full of character. Almost always made from the delicate Pinot Noir grape, red Burgundies are known for their freshness, elegance, and sense of place.
Unlike bold, fruit-forward reds, Burgundy Pinot Noir is about nuance. Here, less is more: instead of power, you get clarity. Bright red fruits, floral notes, a hint of earth and herbs, and a silky texture – that’s the art of restraint, done right.
A perfect example is Domaine de la Luolle near Givry – a rising star in organic winemaking, producing light-footed, crisp reds full of charm and purity.
Red Burgundy is made almost entirely from Pinot Noir, a grape that’s famously sensitive to terroir. In the Côte d’Or, wines are velvety and structured; in the Côte Chalonnaise, fruit-driven and lively. Further south in the Mâconnais, you’ll occasionally find Gamay, used for juicy, easy-drinking reds.
Typical notes: cherry, raspberry, violet, forest floor, minerals and spice – often pale in colour, but deep in complexity.
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