Wine area
Côte de Beaune-Villages AOC
Côte de Beaune-Villages AOC is a designated wine appellation located within the Burgundy region of France. Côte de Beaune-Villages AOC is a red Pinot Noir appellation available to qualifying vineyards across multiple Côte de Beaune communes.
Overview
The appellation gathers red wine from diverse village terroirs between Ladoix and Maranges under one communal designation. Styles range from fragrant and supple in the north to darker and firmer in the south.
History
The shared village appellation was established in 1937 to provide a collective identity for qualifying Côte de Beaune reds.
Geography
Its delimited area spans numerous communes along the Côte de Beaune slopes and foothills.
Climate
Continental conditions vary with latitude, elevation, exposure, and combe influence across the long district.
Soils
Limestone, marl, clay, gravel, and alluvium vary widely among the eligible communes.
Wine styles
Red Pinot Noir exclusively, with character reflecting the source commune and vintage.
Notable features
It may provide an alternative designation for eligible red wine otherwise entitled to certain individual village names.
Producers
More public records will be added as coverage expands.