AOC Maranges

History of the AOC Maranges Appellation

Located in Burgundy, on the Côte de Beaune, the Maranges appellation is the latest addition to the communal appellations of this prestigious wine region. It was established in 1988, following the union of three villages: Cheilly-lès-Maranges, Dezize-lès-Maranges, and Sampigny-lès-Maranges. These terroirs, once underestimated, have demonstrated their potential and earned well-deserved recognition within the great family of Burgundy wines, while remaining an excellent value for money in the region.

Climate and Terroir of the AOC Maranges Appellation

Climate: The AOC Maranges appellation, like the rest of Burgundy and the Côte de Beaune, benefits from a typically continental climate with cold winters and hot summers, favoring good grape maturation.

Soils: Mainly composed of marl and limestone, the soils of the Maranges vineyard allow for a beautiful variety of styles in its wines.

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay: The Emblematic Grapes of AOC Maranges

For red wines, Pinot Noir is the king grape of Burgundy and the AOC Maranges appellation, offering delicate and complex wines. As for white wines, less common in the appellation but equally charming, they are made from Chardonnay.

Wine Style of AOC Maranges

Red Wine: An intense crimson color with violet hues. The nose offers generous aromas of red and black fruits (morello cherry, strawberry), flowers (peony, violet), often accompanied by spicy and sometimes animal notes (leather). The palate is powerful and fleshy, with a beautiful tannic structure that softens over time, revealing remarkable elegance.

White Wine: A pale gold color with greenish highlights. Scents of white flowers (acacia, hawthorn), lemon, and butter fill the nose. The palate is straightforward and clean, with a fresh finish on citrus notes.

The Best Food and Wine Pairings with AOC Maranges Wines

Here are our tips for perfect food and wine pairings with a bottle of wine from a domain or château in AOC Maranges, both white and red:

Red Wine: Beef bourguignon, quail skewers, stuffed turkey with mushrooms.

White Wine: River fish, bouchées à la reine (vol-au-vent), veal escalope with cream.