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From North to South â Discover the Unique Burgundy Wine Regions
Burgundy is one of the most diverse wine regions in France. From the cool, mineral-driven north to the sun-kissed south, each subregion brings its own identity, grape expression, and flavor profile. Hereâs your guide to the main Burgundy wine areas â from Chablis to the Mâconnais.
Chablis & Grand Auxerrois â Pure, mineral-driven Chardonnay
Located in the northernmost part of Burgundy, near the town of Auxerre, Chablis and the Grand Auxerrois are famous for their crisp and precise Chardonnay wines.
- â°ď¸ Soil: Kimmeridgian clay-limestone
- đ Grape: 100% Chardonnay
- đ Style: lean, salty, with notes of green apple, citrus, flint
- đ Signature: vibrant acidity and a characteristic salty minerality
CĂ´te de Nuits â The beating heart of red Burgundy
Just south of Dijon lies the CĂ´te de Nuits, home to some of the worldâs most legendary Pinot Noir vineyards like Vosne-RomanĂŠe and Gevrey-Chambertin.
- đ Grape: almost exclusively Pinot Noir
- đˇ Profile: cherry, black fruit, spice, earth
- đ°ď¸ Ageing: exceptional cellaring potential
Expect finesse, depth and unmistakable Burgundian complexity.
CĂ´te de Beaune â Rich, expressive Chardonnay
Directly south of the CĂ´te de Nuits lies the CĂ´te de Beaune, known especially for its prestigious white wines, though the reds also shine.
- đ Grapes: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
- đ Stars: Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet
- đ Style: rich texture, ripe fruit, hazelnut, vanilla
The CĂ´te de Beaune is Burgundyâs flagship for opulent, oak-aged Chardonnay.
CĂ´te Chalonnaise â Authentic, accessible terroir
Further south is the CĂ´te Chalonnaise, known for its great value Burgundy wines from under-the-radar appellations.
- đ Villages: Mercurey, Givry, Rully, Montagny
- đ Grapes: Pinot Noir (red), Chardonnay (white)
- đˇ Style: elegant, expressive, fruit-forward with freshness
Wines here offer balance, authenticity, and a true sense of place.
Mâconnais â Sunny, fruity and easy-drinking
The southernmost region of Burgundy, near Lyon, the Mâconnais produces approachable and sunny Chardonnay wines.
- đ Appellations: Pouilly-FuissĂŠ, Saint-VĂŠran, Mâcon-Villages
- đ Grapes: mainly Chardonnay, some Gamay and Pinot Noir
- đ Style: ripe fruit, floral notes, roundness and a touch of minerality
Perfect for everyday Burgundy with southern flair and freshness.
đ In short:
Each Burgundy region tells its own story â from the crisp salinity of Chablis to the rich Chardonnay of the CĂ´te de Beaune and elegant Pinot Noir from the CĂ´te Chalonnaise.
At bourgognewijn.shop, we hand-pick wines from each terroir â so you can explore Burgundy one bottle at a time.
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