A defining symbol of Bourgogne and the historic capital of its wine culture, Beaune draws worldwide attention each year during the famed Hospices de Beaune wine auction. The town’s flamboyant Hôtel-Dieu, along with the grand, hushed cellars of its Négociants and wineries, welcomes countless visitors.

Beaune is also home to one of the largest vineyard areas on the Côte. Historically known as the “Pinot Vermeil” of the Dukes of Bourgogne, its reds have been celebrated since the early Middle Ages for their youthful energy, generous character, and aromatic depth. White wines are rarer but reveal the full potential of Chardonnay on well-suited sites.

Wine Style
The vineyard location shapes clear stylistic differences: to the north, wines tend to be more intense and powerful; to the south, they are generally rounder and more supple.
Red Wines A brilliant, vivid robe - luminous and scarlet - signals aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cherry, redcurrant, and hints of forest floor. With age, notes of truffle, leather, and spice emerge. In their youth, Beaune reds show the bright, just picked appeal of fresh fruit. Firm, forthright, and full of sap; they open beautifully over time, revealing structure and persuasive depth.

White Wines Pale gold with green highlights, Beaune whites show aromas of almond, dried fruit, ferns, and white flowers, with honey and cinnamon appearing more regularly. They can be enjoyed young for their fruit or a bit more mature for their breadth and supple texture.

Food Pairings
Red: Generous and aromatically expressive, Beaune reds pair beautifully with richly flavored, firm textured meats such as roast or braised game. For cheese, consider Epoisses, Soumaintrain, Munster, or Maroilles. Serving temperature: 15-16°C.

White: Fresh and floral, Beaune whites shine with poultry or veal in a cream sauce, fish tagines, sushi, or grilled sea fish. With age and added richness, they pair gracefully with cheeses such as Cîteaux, Comté, or certain goat cheeses. Serving temperature: 12-14°C.

Discover the appellation on video:
• The Beaune appellation explained through its geology and geography, presented by JeanPierre Renard
• Beaune through the eyes of Edouard Labruyère, owner and director of Maison Jacques Prieur

Source: BIVB 

Source: Vins De Bourgogne