The Wines of the Côte de Beaune: Burgundy at its heart!
Côte de Beaune: an extraordinary terroir
The Côte de Beaune stretches over about twenty kilometers, from Ladoix-Serrigny in the north to Dezize-lès-Maranges in the south. The climate of this country is continental, favorable to viticulture, with cold winters, hot summers and moderate wind circulation. The soils, mainly limestone and marl, differ from one village to another and have a considerable impact on the nature of the wines. The vineyards are located on hillsides well exposed to the east and south-east, thus facilitating the maturation of the grapes.
Red wines of the Côte de Beaune
• Style: The red wines of the Côte de Beaune are renowned for their refinement and finesse. After maturing, they have notes of red and black fruits (cherry, blackberry), often enhanced with spicy and woody notes. On the palate, they bring a combination of freshness and structure, with silky tannins.
• The main villages are Pommard, Volnay, Santenay and Maranges.
White wines of the Côte de Beaune
• Style: their aromatic properties (citrus fruits, white-fleshed fruits, butter) and their minerality are remarkable. On the palate, they combine roundness and brightness.
• The main villages are Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet.
The great appellations
Corton-Charlemagne and Corton
• The reds are strong and robust, the whites are abundant and mineral, often considered majestic.
Beaune
The city of Burgundy offers refined red wines and refined whites. Quality wines such as "Les Grèves" or "Clos des Mouches" are extremely popular.
Meursault
Meursault is known for its delicious whites, with notes of butter and hazelnut, which makes it an essential reference.
Puligny and Chassagne-Montrachet
These villages are at the origin of the production of Grands Crus such as Montrachet and offer white wines of great quality.
Pommard and Volnay
The reds of Pommard are strong, while those of Volnay are more delicate and floral.
The major wineries
Among the many renowned sectors, here are some of the most famous:
• The whites of the Domaine des Comtes Lafon (Meursault) are renowned for their richness and complexity.
• La Romanée-Conti (Corton): a Burgundian toponym.
• The Domaine Marquis d’Angerville (Volnay) is renowned for its refined and fair reds.
• The white wines of the Domaine Leflaive (Puligny-Montrachet) are recognized worldwide.
Zoom on Domaine Boris Champy: The quintessence of the Hautes-Côtes de Beaune
The estate’s wines, mainly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, are distinguished by their freshness, finesse and ability to fully express the subtleties of the high-altitude terroir of the Hautes-Côtes. Aromas of red fruits and minerality are present in the reds, while the whites are elegant with notes of citrus and white flowers.
For Boris Champy, a sustainable approach is favored, in incorporating agroecological methods to preserve biodiversity and improve soil health. Each bottle is a testament to this approach, making it a must-visit destination for wine lovers seeking authenticity and excellence. Whether tasting ideal pairings with refined dishes or discovering a dynamic vineyard, Domaine Boris Champy is a true pearl of Burgundy winemaking.
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Food and wine pairings with the Côte de Beaune
As for red wines, Pommard or Corton are ideal with game, meats in sauce (such as beef bourguignon) or roast beef. With roast poultry or mature cheeses such as Époisses, Volnay is perfect. As for white wines, Meursault is perfect with shellfish, fish in sauce or poultry in cream. A Puligny-Montrachet will be perfectly suited to seafood, lobster and truffle dishes.
