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Vosne-Romanée

Burgundy

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Côte d’Or & Côte Chalonnaise

Home to Romanée-Conti and some of the most revered vineyards on the planet, Vosne-Romanée is the spiritual heart of Pinot Noir. Even the village-level wines here carry an unmistakable richness, depth, and sense of place.

The wines of Vosne-Romanée are made primarily from Pinot Noir.

227–342 m

Elevation range

red

Wine styles

24 Grand Crus

Avg. slope 4.3°

15 Premier Crus

Avg. slope 7.7°

18 Vineyards

Avg. slope 3.1°

Vineyard Map

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Nearby Appellations

To the north Vougeot

To the south Nuits-Saint-Georges

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Terroir & Character

Climate

Protected from harsh western winds by the Côte d'Or escarpment, creating a warmer microclimate than northern neighbors like Gevrey-Chambertin. The gentle slopes and optimal exposure provide excellent sun exposure while maintaining good air circulation to prevent excessive heat buildup.

Terroir

LimestoneMarlClay

The vineyards sit on Jurassic limestone bedrock from the Bathonian and Bajocian periods, with a complex mix of Comblanchien limestone and marlstone creating excellent drainage while retaining moisture. The slopes feature varying depths of clay-limestone soils over hard limestone, allowing roots to penetrate deep into fissured bedrock while maintaining good water regulation.

Typical Aromas

red cherryrosespicetruffleforest floorsilk
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Notable Producers

Domaine de la Romanee-ContiMost celebrated estate in wine
Domaine LeroyBiodynamic, intense Vosne Grand Crus
Comte Liger-BelairLa Romanee monopole, meticulous viticulture
Sylvain CathiardSilky Vosne, Malconsorts and Suchots
Meo-CamuzetRich, opulent Vosne Premier Crus

Grapes of Vosne-Romanée

Pinot Noir

Red
Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vosne-Romanée known for?▼
Vosne-Romanée is renowned as the spiritual heart of Pinot Noir and home to some of the world's most prestigious vineyards, including the legendary Romanée-Conti. It's considered one of Burgundy's most revered appellations, producing wines with exceptional richness and sense of place.
What does Vosne-Romanée wine taste like?▼
Vosne-Romanée wines display an unmistakable richness and depth, even at the village level. They typically showcase elegant Pinot Noir with complex layers, silky tannins, and a distinctive terroir-driven character that reflects the limestone-rich soils.
What grapes are grown in Vosne-Romanée?▼
Vosne-Romanée is exclusively devoted to Pinot Noir, as are all red wine appellations in this part of Burgundy. The appellation produces only red wines from this noble grape variety.
How many premier crus does Vosne-Romanée have?▼
Vosne-Romanée has 15 Premier Cru vineyards. These include famous sites like Aux Malconsorts, Les Suchots, and Cros Parantoux, which produce some of Burgundy's most sought-after wines.
What soil types are found in Vosne-Romanée?▼
Vosne-Romanée's vineyards are planted on limestone, marl, and clay soils. This diverse soil composition contributes to the complexity and distinctive character of the wines, with the limestone providing excellent drainage and mineral expression.

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