Is Vosne Romanee a grand cru?
Is Vosne Romanee a grand cru?
Despite this small surface area, Vosne-Romanée Grand Cru red wines are some of the most respected (and most expensive) in the world. Vosne-Romanée’s best vineyards lie just above the village, on the mid-slopes of the Côte d’Or; this is where the grand cru sites are located.
How many Burgundy Grand Crus are there?
33 Grand Cru
There are a total of 33 Grand Cru vineyards in Burgundy – some are just inches away from a Premier Cru vineyard.
What makes a vineyard grand cru?
Grand Cru refers to a the quality of a particular vineyard and the terroir in which the grapes grow. It is the highest and most well-respected wine classification within the Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC), which is the governing board over the wines produced in Burgundy and Alsace, France.
How many Grands Crus does Vosne-Romanée produce?
The commune of Vosne-Romanée produces 6 Grands Crus and the commune of Flagey-Échezeaux 2 Grands Crus (see Appellation sheets Nos. 38 and 63). On the label, the appellation VOSNE-ROMANÉE and VOSNE-ROMANÉE PREMIER CRU may be followed by the name of the Climat of origin. 150.54 ha (including 54.24 ha Premier Cru).
What kind of wine is Vosne Romanée?
Vosne-Romanée wine is produced in the commune of Vosne-Romanée in Côte de Nuits of Burgundy as well as in the neighbouring commune of Flagey-Échezeaux. The Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) Vosne-Romanée may only be used for red wine with Pinot noir as the main grape.
How many Grands Crus are there in France?
The commune of Vosne-Romanée produces 6 Grands Crus and the commune of Flagey-Échezeaux 2 Grands Crus (see Appellation sheets Nos. 38 and 63). On the label, the appellation VOSNE-ROMANÉE and VOSNE-ROMANÉE PREMIER CRU may be followed by the name of the Climat of origin.
What is the difference between Vosne-Romanée and Flagey-Échezeaux?
Vosne-Romanée wine is produced mainly in the commune of the same name; this village is only 1.42 square miles in total area. In addition to their own 12 Premiers Crus, Vosne-Romanée produces wine from Flagey-Échezeaux’s Premiers Crus. There are three of these, one of which overlaps between the two villages.
