The Burgundy Grapes – Episode #1

Mar 04

Burgundy, Wine Grapes , , 1 Comment

Today’s question is from Riha in Larchmont who asks what are the differents grapes used in Burgundy (France) wines.

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Video Sum Up: What are the grapes used in Burgundy

Burgundy makes extraordinary wines both white and red.

The two primary grapes are:

  • Chardonnay on the white side
  • Pinot Noir on the red side

Also used in Burgundy, especially in Beaujolais is Gamay (to make Beaujolais of course ;) )

For the whites, beside the Chardonnay two other grapes are used:

  • Aligoté which makes a fruity style wine not necessarily long lived but easy to drink wine
  • and very unusual in Burgundy: Sauvignon Blanc only grown in Saint-Bris. Classic style old world Sauvignon Blanc.

Thanks Riha from Larchmont for this question!

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