Cote De Beaune Flashcards
1
Q
Montrachet
A
Just under 8ha
Traditionally plots on Cassandra side are called Le Montrachet where vines are planted running north to south while on Puligny side called Montrachet and vines planted east to west
2
Q
Auxey-Duresses
A
Is at the entrance of the valley that runs from CdeB into Haut-Cotes, slightly cooler local climate
Hills have south and SE exposure with high limestone content in soil
Has 9 1er cru climats, all on Montague de Bourdon hillside just behind village
Formerly an outlying property of Abby of Cluny
AOC 1937
93 ha of PN, 40ha chard
2ha of 1er cru
3
Q
What are the 9 1er crus of Auxey-Duresses
A
Les Duresses Clos du Val Climat du Val Les Breterins La Chapelle Reugne Bas des Duresses Les Grands-Champs Les Ecusseaux
*clos du Val tends to be most highly rated
