Journey to the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise vineyards

Journey to the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise vineyards

Nestled between the Côte de Beaune and the Mâconnais, the Côte Chalonnaise is a land of rolling hills, picturesque villages and vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see. This wine tour offers much more than just wine tasting; it immerses you in the thousand-year history of Burgundian viticulture, which has shaped the region and its way of life.

The Côte Chalonnaise

Discover the region's landscapes

South of the Côte de Beaune, the Côte Chalonnaise produces ruby-red wines and delicate white wines. In this land of contrasts, you’ll discover renowned appellations made from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay or Aligoté.

Bouzeron (100% white): The old Aligoté grape produces a typical wine with a strong attachment to its terroir. This village appellation exists only in white. It is produced in the communes of Bouzeron and Chassey-le-Camp. A delicious, delicately powerful wine.

Rully (62% white, 38% red) This appellation produces white and red wines, some of which are classified as premier cru. The appellation produces around twice as many white wines as reds. It is produced in the communes of Rully and Chagny. Since the early 19th century, it has also been one of the main production sites for Crémant.

Mercurey (82% red, 18% white) This is one of Burgundy’s most important wine appellations. Powerful red wines far outnumber whites. Production is shared between Mercurey and Saint Martin sous Montaigu.

Givry (83% red, 17% white) This was Henri IV’s favorite wine. Vines grow all around the fortified village, which has been fortified since the Middle Ages. The appellation produces mainly red wines from the communes of Givry, Dracy le Fort and Jambles.

Montagny (100% white) This wine is exclusively white. It was one of the first Burgundy wines to benefit from an AOC. It is produced in the communes of Montagny, Buxy, Jully les Buxy and Saint Vallerin.

Le vignoble de Bourgogne vu du ciel – Côte Chalonnaise et Couchois

A land of unique climates

Explore the Côte Chalonnaise and Les Maranges climates, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. These microclimates, resulting from the complex interplay of topography and geology, shape the distinctive personality of the region’s wines. Each vineyard, whether perched on a hill or nestled in a valley, offers a unique sensory experience, creating a palette of flavors that tells the story of the land. With a 2000-year history, the Climats vineyards have been enriched by the experience of mankind. Each Climat wine has its own taste and its own place in the hierarchy of crus.

The Climats follow one another along a thin ribbon running from Dijon to the Maranges south of Beaune. In Saône et Loire, the Maranges appellation includes seven Climats classified as Premier Cru (communes of Cheilly-lès-Maranges, Dezize-lès-Maranges, Sampigny-lès-Maranges).

UNESCO Climats

Emblematic grape varieties

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Discover the emblematic grape varieties of the Côte Chalonnaise, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, which find ideal conditions here to flourish. Fleshy reds and elegant whites reveal the complexity of the limestone, marl and clay-limestone soils that give these wines their distinctive character. Explore the infinite nuances of these grape varieties across the region’s different appellations. Aligoté is the third grape variety, more discreet, but nonetheless well known in the village of Bouzeron, north of the Côte Chalonnaise.

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Wine tourism routes

Between villages and vineyards

Explore the Côte Chalonnaise, offering enchanting itineraries through vineyards and picturesque villages. In Givry, Rully, Montagny, Mercurey and Bouzeron, each appellation reveals its own unique charm. Rolling vistas, centuries-old châteaux and cobbled lanes create an enchanting backdrop, ideal for a stroll that combines oenological discovery and visual wonder.

Routes and itineraries

Authentic experiences

Discovering the vineyards

Heritage, gastronomy and the art of living also come together in this region, with its remarkable châteaux, gourmet markets and generous local cuisine. An ideal destination to recharge your batteries and explore Burgundy’s cultural and natural riches.

Discover the Côte Chalonnaise

Special tastings and exceptional wines

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Wine route and vineyard discovery

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All about Côte Chalonnaise wines

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