Burgundy is the oldest wine-producing region in France. It has attracted the attention of wine fans all over the world. The wine it produces is strong and tough, which is opposite to the suppleness of Bordeaux wine. It is called "French wine". king".
What the Burgundians are proud of, and what foreigners are most fascinated by, is the red wine produced in the local area. The entire sky over Burgundy is filled with the mellow aroma of wine. It can be said that Burgundy is a kingdom of wine, starting from the Chablis region, to Beaune and Mason just south of Dijon, and to Beaujou just north of Lyon. Lai, the first thing that catches the eye is the endless vineyards.
The wines of Burgundy have enjoyed a high reputation since ancient Roman times and have endured for a long time. During the reign of Emperor Charlemagne, wine was vigorously developed, grapes were planted on a large scale and the market was opened. In the 1930s, wines in the Burgundy region were classified. Later, the place of origin was allowed to be used as the name of the wine, and grape growers were encouraged to use the names of their own vineyards as trademarks for production and sales. Therefore, the best wines in Burgundy bear the names of local plantations. Among Burgundy wines, white wines are usually dry, while red wines are rich and mellow. Among them, Chamberlain is known as the "King of Wine" and Homanet Fanti is the "Queen of Wine".
In Burgundy, a red wine culture with strong local characteristics has actually formed. From Dijon to Rochebeau, whether it is a castle or a private hotel, the colorful rooftops are filled with unique vineyards. The most famous of these is Beaune's "Hotel of God". In Burgundy's wine culture, one of the most popular monuments, the "Almshouse", once played an important role. The workhouse was built in the 15th century by Nicolas Roland, the French Lord Privy Seal and Duke Philip of Burgundy, and his wife, with the purpose of providing a refuge for the poor. Today it has become a museum. This tradition of helping the poor has been preserved to this day. Since 1059, a grand charity auction has been held every year during the harvest season, that is, on the third Sunday of November, and many famous actors have come to join in the fun. At this time, all smart wine producers will not miss this great advertising opportunity. So, the auction actually became a wine culture festival.
In the eyes of the Burgundians, wine is not only a culture, but also an excellent "ambassador". They pay great attention to the image of their wines. Their wine must be stored in oak barrels for at least 16 months before being released for tasting. Burgundy wine is sold all over the world. People know Burgundy through its rich and aromatic Burgundy wine. Countries such as Italy, Chile, and the United Kingdom have imitated Burgundy red wine to varying degrees. Of course, this has also increased Burgundy’s international reputation.