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Côte de Nuits-Villages

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

A regional appellation covering vineyards at the northern and southern edges of the Côte de Nuits. These wines offer a taste of Côte de Nuits Pinot Noir at accessible prices, perfect for everyday enjoyment and casual sharing with friends.

The wines of Côte de Nuits-Villages are made primarily from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay.

216–364 m

Elevation range

74 Vineyards

Avg. slope 4.5°

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Terroir & Character

Climate

The northern and southern sectors experience slightly cooler conditions than the central Côte de Nuits due to their more exposed positions and higher elevations. The fragmented vineyard locations create varied microclimates with generally good air circulation that reduces frost risk but can result in less heat accumulation during ripening.

Terroir

Limestone

The Côte de Nuits-Villages sits on Jurassic limestone bedrock, primarily Bathonian and Bajocian formations rich in marine fossils including belemnites and ammonites. The limestone provides excellent drainage while allowing vine roots to penetrate deeply, with a relatively high water table that provides consistent moisture during dry periods.

Typical Aromas

red cherryraspberryvioletforest floorwet limestonesubtle spice
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Grapes of Côte de Nuits-Villages

Pinot Noir

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
strawberryraspberryred cherryviolet

The benchmark Pinot Noir. Côte de Nuits leans structured and dark-cherried, Côte de Beaune turns perfumed and supple, both ageing into forest floor and truffle.

Chardonnay

White
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
green applelemonpearnectarine

Chardonnay's homeland. Chablis stays steely and citrus-driven, the Côte de Beaune turns rich and hazelnutty, the Mâconnais sits comfortably between.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Côte de Nuits-Villages known for?▼
Côte de Nuits-Villages is known for offering accessible Pinot Noir wines that capture the essence of the prestigious Côte de Nuits at more affordable prices. It's a regional appellation that provides an entry point into Burgundy's famous red wines, making them perfect for everyday drinking and casual occasions.
What does Côte de Nuits-Villages wine taste like?▼
Côte de Nuits-Villages wines showcase classic Burgundian Pinot Noir characteristics with red fruit flavors, earthy undertones, and the mineral backbone from limestone soils. They tend to be more approachable and less complex than the premier and grand cru wines from the central Côte de Nuits, offering bright acidity and medium body.
What grapes are grown in Côte de Nuits-Villages?▼
Côte de Nuits-Villages is predominantly planted with Pinot Noir, which is the signature red grape of the Côte de Nuits. Small amounts of Chardonnay are also grown for white wine production, though the appellation is primarily known for its red wines.
What makes Côte de Nuits-Villages different from its neighbors?▼
Côte de Nuits-Villages covers vineyards at the northern and southern edges of the Côte de Nuits, in locations considered less prime than the famous village appellations in the central strip. This positioning results in wines that are more accessible in price while still expressing the regional terroir, making them ideal for everyday enjoyment rather than special occasion wines.
What soil types are found in Côte de Nuits-Villages?▼
Côte de Nuits-Villages vineyards are characterized by limestone soils, which are典型 of the Côte de Nuits region. These limestone-based soils provide excellent drainage and contribute to the mineral complexity and structure found in the wines.

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