Country
Region
Sub-region
Producer
Wine type
Volume
Rating
Vintage
Packaging
Price
Contact
Ask a question
Marsannay
Marsannay lies directly south of Dijon, at the start of the Côte de Nuits. It is the only Burgundy appellation for red, white and rosé alike.
Our range includes wines from Marsannay by Méo-Camuzet. If you would like to explore the Côte de Nuits further, you will also find Vosne-Romanée, Nuits-Saint-Georges and Chambolle-Musigny in our range.
Grapes and style
Marsannay is the only village appellation in Burgundy where, besides red and white, rosé may also be made under the village name. The red wine comes from pinot noir and is generally lighter and fruitier than that from the villages further south, with aromas of red cherry, raspberry and light spices. The white wine is made from chardonnay.
The rosé, made from pinot noir, is fresh and fruity. The wines of Marsannay are approachable earlier than many other Côte de Nuits wines and make a good introduction to the region.
Location and soil
Marsannay lies at the northern end of the Côte de Nuits, close to Dijon, and forms the gateway to the famous wine region. The slope is less steep here and the soil varies from limestone to clay-rich and stony ground, which means the style of the wines varies.
The climate is moderately continental and slightly cooler than in the south of the region. Its proximity to the city means that part of the original wine-growing area has been built on, but the most important plots still lie on the slope.
Classification and rules
Marsannay is a village appellation, the middle tier of the Burgundian quality pyramid. The village has no Grand Cru, but is valued for its approachable style. The related wines from Fixin lie directly alongside the appellation.
For those wishing to explore the Côte de Nuits further, Marsannay is a logical starting point, before moving on to villages such as Gevrey-Chambertin.
Ageing and serving
Red Marsannay is generally in its stride after a few years and does not always need long ageing. Good examples gain depth over a number of years. White wine is often drunk young, while the rosé tastes best when young.
Serve red at around 14 to 16 °C, white and rosé chilled at around 9 to 11 °C. The red wine goes well with poultry, grilled charcuterie and Burgundian dishes; the rosé with grilled dishes and salads.
Producer in our range
This producer features in our Marsannay range: Méo-Camuzet.
More from the Côte de Nuits
You will find more wines from the Côte de Nuits under Vosne-Romanée, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Chambolle-Musigny, Morey-Saint-Denis, Clos de la Roche, Clos Vougeot and Gevrey-Chambertin.