Trailblazers via tradition
For many, Burgundy, or Bourgogne, is the pinnacle of greatness, with some of the most hallowed wines now untouchable for mere mortals due to scarcity and eye-watering prices to match.
Unlike Bordeaux with its flashy châteaux, Burgundy's drawcard has always been its agricultural focus and small producers deeply connected with their terroir. These ancient soils have been farmed by multi-generational vignerons since the French Revolution, and the intricate knowledge of place is passed down through the family lineage. Plots can be as small as just a few rows, and each vigneron is responsible for their own choices and practices. There are, of course, larger producers, co-ops, négociants (wine merchants) and corporate entities too, with big money at stake for the sought-after crus.
As with other global wine…
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International Traveller (Digital) - 1 Issue, March - May 2025