AOC Auxey Duresses

History of the AOC Auxey-Duresses Appellation

Nestled between Meursault and Monthélie in the heart of Burgundy, the AOC Auxey-Duresses takes its name from the eponymous village and the Celtic word "Druyes," meaning "sources." Recognized since 1937, the AOC Auxey-Duresses offers white and red wines with excellent value for money, delighting Burgundy wine enthusiasts.

Climate and Terroir of the AOC Auxey-Duresses

Climate: The Auxey-Duresses appellation enjoys a semi-continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, ideal for the development of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes.

Soils: The AOC Auxey-Duresses is based on soils primarily composed of calcareous marl and clay, giving the wines a beautiful minerality.

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay: The Essential Grapes of the AOC Auxey-Duresses

The AOC Auxey-Duresses produces red and white wines exclusively vinified as single-varietal wines using Pinot Noir (for red wine) and Chardonnay (for white wine). These emblematic Burgundy grape varieties offer wines that fully express the richness and diversity of the Burgundy terroir.

Style of AOC Auxey-Duresses Wines

Red Wine: The red wines of AOC Auxey-Duresses boast a bright ruby color. The complex and elegant nose exudes aromas of red fruits, peony, and undergrowth (humus, mushrooms). On the palate, these wines stand out with their fleshy texture, finesse, and long finish.

White Wine: The white wines of AOC Auxey-Duresses display a beautiful straw yellow color. The nose reveals notes of white flowers (hawthorn, acacia), reinette apple, and hazelnut. On the palate, they are both fresh and delicious, with a fine minerality in the finish.

Best Food Pairings with AOC Auxey-Duresses Wine

Here are some suggestions for dishes to pair with a bottle of red or white wine from a domaine or château in AOC Auxey-Duresses:

Red Wine:

• Coq au vin
• Beef Bourguignon
• Veal stew

White Wine:

• Burgundy snails
• Frog legs
• Epoisses or Livarot cheese