Burgundy

Burgundy is a wine region located in the east-central part of France, renowned for its high-quality wines. It is one of the most famous and prestigious wine regions in the world, with a long history of winemaking that dates back to the Middle Ages. Burgundy has been producing wine since the Middle Ages, and its wines have been highly sought after since the 15th century. The region is divided into four main sub-regions: Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise. Each of these sub-regions has its own unique terroir and produces wines with distinct characteristics.

The main grape varieties grown in Burgundy are Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Pinot Noir is used to produce the region's famous red wines, while Chardonnay is used to produce the region's white wines. Burgundy is also known for its sparkling wines, which are made using the traditional method.

Burgundy is home to some of the world's most famous and respected wine producers, including Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Domaine Leroy, and Domaine Leflaive. These producers are renowned for their high-quality wines, which are sought after by wine lovers around the world.

Historically, the majority of the vineyard in Burgundy was owned by the dukes of Burgundy. Philippe le Hardi, Duke of Burgundy, issued the first ordinance regarding wine and viticulture in Burgundy in 1395 to preserve the prestigious reputation of wine, regulated Pinot Noir as the only legal red grape variety in the region.