Cote de Beaune
As the Cote de Nuits ends the Cote de Beaune begins to complete the Cote D’or.One of the “Golden Slopes” that makes up the Cote D’or (the other being the Cote de Nuits), is the home of what most wine lovers consider to be the best white wines on earth! This 15 mile strip in the southern portion of the Cote D’or produces wines that are softer, more full-bodied and richer than those of the Cote de Nuits.
Named after the city of Beaune, the capital of Burgundy, this region has soil that is lighter in color than the reddish earth of the Cote de Nuits due to the concentration of limestone and the lack of iron. This combination favors the Chardonnay grape which is why the Cote de Beaune is known for its white burgundies.
The Prosper Maufoux wines from this region include the following: (click here to view a map)
Reds:
Bourgogne Pinot Noir - This is a light-bodied, fresh young red Burgundy made of 100% Pinot Noir that is barrel fermented and wood aged. It is well-balanced with flavors of red fruits such as strawberries and cherries.
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Clos St Jean  – This wine is from one of the most famous vineyards in the village of Chassagne Montrachet. Made of 100% Pinot Noir, the wine has wonderful fruit flavors of raspberry, strawberry, cherry and plum which become more exotic with age, developing into figs and chocolate undertones.
Cote de Beaune Villages – From the heart of Burgundy, this 100% Pinot Noir is fermented in oak and has a medium deep color, light and elegant nose of red fruits and smoky aromas. It is robust, slightly tannic but well-balanced with good acidity.
Cuvee Rouge – A blend of grapes including Syrah, Cinsault, Grenache and Mourvedre go into this lovely table wine for everyday enjoyment. The wine is full- flavored, medium bodied and well balanced with abundant fruit aromas and flavors.
Pommard – The village of Pommard is located between Beaune and Volnay. Made of 100% Pinot Noir, the wine is more full-bodied, rich and robust than those of its neighboring towns and has a bouquet that is fruity and luscious with flavors of black cherries and strawberries.
Pommard Les Rugiens - is a premier cru worthy of Grand Cru status. It is believed that the red clay of this hillside is believed to be responsible for its full-body and muscular texture. Made of 100% Pinot Noir, it is rich, robust and concentrated with good structure and exudes a fruity, deep bouquet and peppery, robust taste.
Santenay 1er Cru Les Gravieres – Les Gravieres are considered to be the best vineyards in the Santenay appellation of the Cote D’or. This firm, velvety and balanced wine is made of 100% Pinot Noir. It is aged in 1/3 one year old, 1/3 two year old and 1/3 three year old oak. The wine is dry and medium-bodied, with spicy fruit flavors, a hint of oak and a long finish. It is well-balanced with aromas of strawberries, almonds and violets. As it ages, it will acquire notes of chestnuts and plums. Always a good match with most meets or hearty cheeses.
Volnay – Considered “the queen of the Cote de Beaune”, wines from Volnay are elegant and refined yet full and generous. This wine of 100% Pinot Noir, has aromas of blackberries, violets and vanilla. Smokey and somewhat austere, the fruit is chewy and rounded with light tannins.
Volnay 1er Cru Les Angles - derives its name from the vineyards that come together at an angle. Made of 100% Pinot Noir, it is a highly stylistic wine combining distinction, nobility and elegance. It is aged 18 months in oak and delivers a uniquely perfumed blend of raspberries, plums and violets.
Whites:
Blanc de blanc – A skillful blend of Clairette, Roussanne, Marsanne and Grenache Blanc, this lovely wine is dry, clean and fresh on the palate with abundant fruit flavors.
Bourgogne Chardonnay – This 100% Chardonnay has a white gold color, floral nose, fresh fruit aromas and is full in the mouth. It is rich,elegant and well-balanced. (It is purposely kept in stainless steel rather than wood to preserve it’s freshness.)
Chassagne Montrachet -
Chassagne Montrachet produces some of the finest dry white 100% Chardonnay wines in the world. Fermented and aged in oak, the wine is full-bodied and has overtones of tropical fruits such as pineapple, orange and grapefruit.
Chassagne Montrachet 1er Cru Les Chenevottes - is a dry, elegant premier cru made of 100% Chardonnay. Les Chenevottes in Montrachet is world renowned for its high quality white wines. It has a full, flowery richness and a lingering finish.
Corton Charlemagne – The grapes from this sun-drenched vineyard produce what are considered to be the greatest white burgundy after Montrachet. Made of 100% Chardonnay, it is big, forceful and powerful and yet elegant and well-balanced.
Meursault - 100% Chardonnay, this wine is soft, round, full-bodied and well-balanced with delicious flavors of violets, butter and almonds.
 Meursault 1er Cru Les Charmes - is one of the premier crus that give Meursault its wealth and fame. The largest of the premier crus, Les Charmes is nestled next to the appellation of Chassagne Montrachet. This 100% Chardonnay is full and round and exhilarating with aromas of peaches and apricots.
Puligny Montrachet – One of the greatest white Burgundy wines in the world, it is elegant, rich and fruity. Produced from 100% Chardonnay, the taste is enhanced by a hint of acidity and a lingering finish. Complementary foods include; Lobster, turbot, flavorful fish, foie gras with older vintages and fine cheeses such as Munster or Roquefort. It is also excellent with fine Chinese cuisine.
Puligny Montrachet 1er Cru Les Folatieres - is a wine of great breeding and strength. Made of 100% Chardonnay, it is full-bodied with a rich, tropical fruity bouquet and its ample depth leaves a lingering, buttery after taste.
Santenay Comme Dessus – Only 5% of the wine produced in Santenay is white and this 100% Chardonnay is barrel fermented in one-fifth new oak. It has a bright straw color with both floral and hazelnut aromas and is known for its elegance and balance..
Chablis
Cote de Nuits
Cote de Beaune
Cote Chalonnaise
Maconnais
Beaujolais
Cote du Rhone
Loire
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