Burgundy is one of the most enchanting regions in Europe. Imbued with traditions and history of great mystery and charm, it also conveys these elements in the production of fine Burgundy wines, which are characterised by an aura of mysticism that gives them magical qualities. This is due to the great work of the winegrowers who have managed to project the reflection of the terroir into the Burgundy wines. It is no coincidence that Burgundy wines are considered almost unrivalled, yet what is most important to the various producers is the care of the vines as a reflection of the enormous respect they have for nature and the land. Burgundy's wine-growing history dates back to the 2nd century when the arrival of the Celts led to the first cultivation of vines, to which the Romans later contributed, although the real development of vines came about thanks to the abbeys of Bèze in Gevrey, Saint-Benignus in Dijon and Citeaux in Nuits-Saint-George. An important step in wine production was taken by Philippe l'Ardite, who, in 1300, ordered the explantation of gamay, the most widespread vine, from all vineyards in favour of the cultivation of pinot noir. Following the French Revolution, all noble territories were returned to the bourgeoisie: in particular, it was Jules Lavalle in 1861 who attempted the first zoning of Burgundy's vineyards, which Inao mentioned in its 1930 classification of crus. Today, the vineyards cover about 30,000 hectares, with small and medium-sized holdings, so that there is a great distribution of the area: one also speaks of grand cru bourgogne in reference to vineyards belonging to several holdings. The two most important wine-growing areas are Chablis and Côte d'Or, which have not only brought Burgundy wine into vogue, but also share the region's 33 grands crus produced from just two types of grapes: chardonnay and pinot noir. On xtraWine there is a wide range of Burgundy wines to choose from, from the best vintages of 2015 and 2016, with a special focus also on the white Burgundy wine represented by the presence of chardonnay , which is characterised by fruity and spicy aromas and a light structure. The Burgundy wines featured on xtraWine were produced by important wineries such as: Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux, Philippe Pacalet, Domaine Louis Michel & Fils, Domaine Confuron Cotetidot, Domaine Marchand Frères, Domaine Philippe Charlopin-Parizot and Marquis D' Angerville.
Burgundy is one of the most enchanting regions in Europe. Imbued with traditions and history of great mystery and charm, it also conveys these elements in the production of fine Burgundy wines, which are characterised by an aura of mysticism that gives them magical qualities. This is due to the great work of the winegrowers who have managed to project the reflection of the terroir into the Burgundy wines. It is no coincidence that Burgundy wines are considered almost unrivalled, yet what is most important to the various producers is the care of the vines as a reflection of the enormous respect they have for nature and the land. Burgundy's wine-growing history dates back to the 2nd century when the arrival of the Celts led to the first cultivation of vines, to which the Romans later contributed, although the real development of vines came about thanks to the abbeys of Bèze in Gevrey, Saint-Benignus in Dijon and Citeaux in Nuits-Saint-George. An important step in wine production was taken by Philippe l'Ardite, who, in 1300, ordered the explantation of gamay, the most widespread vine, from all vineyards in favour of the cultivation of pinot noir. Following the French Revolution, all noble territories were returned to the bourgeoisie: in particular, it was Jules Lavalle in 1861 who attempted the first zoning of Burgundy's vineyards, which Inao mentioned in its 1930 classification of crus. Today, the vineyards cover about 30,000 hectares, with small and medium-sized holdings, so that there is a great distribution of the area: one also speaks of grand cru bourgogne in reference to vineyards belonging to several holdings. The two most important wine-growing areas are Chablis and Côte d'Or, which have not only brought Burgundy wine into vogue, but also share the region's 33 grands crus produced from just two types of grapes: chardonnay and pinot noir. On xtraWine there is a wide range of Burgundy wines to choose from, from the best vintages of 2015 and 2016, with a special focus also on the white Burgundy wine represented by the presence of chardonnay , which is characterised by fruity and spicy aromas and a light structure. The Burgundy wines featured on xtraWine were produced by important wineries such as: Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux, Philippe Pacalet, Domaine Louis Michel & Fils, Domaine Confuron Cotetidot, Domaine Marchand Frères, Domaine Philippe Charlopin-Parizot and Marquis D' Angerville.
