Auxey-Duresses

Climate

Protected by surrounding hills, the valley experiences slightly cooler temperatures and less wind exposure than Meursault, creating a more continental microclimate. The sheltered position leads to slower ripening and better retention of acidity, particularly beneficial for the white wines.

Terroir

The vineyards sit on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian and Bajocian stages, with outcrops of fossiliferous limestone containing marine fossils like belemnites and brachiopods. Marl layers interspersed with the limestone create varied drainage patterns, with the harder limestone providing excellent drainage on the slopes while the clay-rich marl retains moisture for vine roots. The geological structure allows roots to penetrate deep into fissured limestone, accessing mineral-rich water reserves.

Typical Aromas