Red Burgundy

Almost all red Burgundy (the real Burgundy, from France) is 100% Pinot Noir. Pinot Noir has been growing in the same Burgundy vineyards for over a thousand years. If anyone has figured out the right place to grow Pinot Noir (aka "The Heartbrake Grape") it is the Burgundians.

The best Red Burgundy is silky smooth, rich in black cherry fruit, backed by earthy notes of truffle and mushroom. Grand Cru Burgundy is meant to age for decades; to continually improve, as the primary fruit of youth is transformed in bottle to the earthy flavors of maturity. Premier Cru Burgundy is also meant to age, but will never reach either the heights or depths of Grand Cru. Most Burgundy is meant for drinking 5 to 7 years after the vintage, with basic Borgougne Rouge ready to drink almost upon release.