Cotes d'Or Flashcards
What is the history of the soil in Cotes d’Or?
Ancient seabed with deposits over millennia. Rich in calcium from shellfish.
What is the aspect of Cote d’Or?
Valleys (“combes”) face east, somewhat south
Studying of wine in Burgundy began when?
11th century. The oldest of any known wine region.
What is the climate of Cotes de Nuits?
Continental
What is the climate of Cotes de Beaune?
Continental, but lots of variation from vineyard to vineyard
What is the main road in Burgundy?
RN74
what is the density of plantings in Burgundy?
4000 plants per acre
How many planted acres in Burgundy?
66,000 acres (26,700 ha)
What is the size of Cote d’Or?
30 miles long, Starting at Dijon and ending at Santenay.
What is the primary soil type of Cote d’Or
limestone and marl (applies to both Nuits and Beaune)
What does “cote d’or” mean?
golden slope. it faces east
What is the main type of wine produced in Cote d’Or?
Red. Pinot noir.
How tall is the Cote D’Or
1000ft high
Cotes de Nuits
Only produces reds. Reds are known for their structure and intensity. Home to 24 Grand Cru vineyards
Cotes de Beaune
Produces reds and whites. Reds are known for lushy and softer flavors. Home to 8 Grand Cru vineyards
How many premier cru vineyards in are Cotes de Nuits?
More than 130 premier cru vineyards in Cotes de Nuits
How many grand cru vineyards are in Cotes de Nuits?
24 grand cru vineyards in cotes de nuits
How many premier cru vineyards are in Cotes de Beaune?
100s of premier cru vineyards in Cotes de Beaune
How many Grand cru vineyards are in Cotes de Beaune?
8 Grand cru vineyards in cotes de beaune
What is the flavor profile of Cote d’Or reds?
Soaring, earthy flavors, laced with minerals, exotic spices, licorice, or truffles. Very aromatic, long in the mouth, frail red color.
What is the flavor profile of Cote d’Or whites?
All from Cotes de Beaune. Rich and concentrated, but not heavy or ponderous. White flowers, dried grasses, apples, pear. Toasted nuts, truffles, vanilla.
How are the slopes in Cote d’Or divided?
Humblest place to be on a slope is at the bottom: most village wines come from the bottom-slope or flatlands. Soil is heaviest here, least well-drained, has the most clay.
2nd best place to be on the slope is the top 3rd, more limestone in the soil, but sunnier. Many Premier cru vineyards are on the top 3rd.
Best place to be is mid-slope, where Grand crus are located. Limestone and marl are abundant, enough sun. The mid slope is called the thermal belt.
What are the monopole Grand Cru vineyards in Cote d’Or?
Clos de Tart, La Romanee, La Grand Rue, La Romanee-Conti, La Tache
Who is the largest owner of vines in Corton-Charlemagne?
Bonneau du Martray
Bonneau du Martray is known for what?
Being the only estate to in Burgundy to produce wines exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards
What is the village of Marsanny known for?
Rose
What percent of wines in Cote de Nuits are red?
80% are pinot noir. Remaining 20% are chardonnay or rose (Marsannay).
What is the river that runs next to Cote d’Or?
The Saone River
What is the aspect of Cote de Beaune
Southeastern aspect, different from Cote de Nuits, which is mostly eastern.
What viticultural challenges are present in Cote de Nuits?
Threats of frost, summer hail, and excessive rain in the fall
What vinification techniques are common in Cote de Nuits?
Use of French oak, often new
Some producers ferment whole grape clusters, others completely de-stem
What are the top recent vintages of Cotes de d’Or?
Red: 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2010, 2009, 2005.
White: 2017, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2008, 2007, 2006
What are the regional appelations of Cote de Nuits?
- *Bourgogne AOP:** Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from anywhere in Burgundy
- *Bourgogne Cote d’Or AOP:** A sub appelation of Bourgogne AOP for pinot noir and chardonnay grown anywhere in Cote de Nuits and Cotes de Beaune
- *Cote de Nuit Villages AOP:** A general appelation for 5 small areas in Cotes de Nuits. Only pinot noir is grown
- *Village AOP:** 100% of grapes are grown in and around named village. 9 villages (in table at top of page).
- *Premier (1er) Cru AOP:** 100% of grapes are grown in named vineyard. If no vineyard is listed on the label, it is a blend of premier cru vineyards from that village.
- *Grand Cru AOP:** 100% of grapes grown in named grand cru vineyard.
What vinification techniques are common in Cote de Beaune?
Oak, often new, is used for both reds and whites
What are the only grapes allowed in Cotes de Beaune?
Pinot noir, chardonnay
What are the regional appelations of Cote de Beaune?
- *Bourgogne AOP:** pinot noir and chardonnay from anywhere in Burgundy
- *Village AOP:** 100% of grapes are grown in and around village
- *Premier or 1er Cru AOP:** 100% of grapes come from named 1er cru vineyard. can be a blend of 1er cru vineyards in that village if no specific vineyard is named. 100s of 1er cru vineyards in Beaune
- *Grand Cru AOP:** 100% of grapes grown in named grand cru vineyard site. 8 in Cotes de Beaune.
When did Gevrey change their village name to Gevrey-Chambertin?
1850s
In Cote d’Or what type of barrel is used most often?
Used/neutral oak
