Chorey les Beaune

The Style and Character of Chorey-lès-Beaune

This appellation is unique because most of its vineyards lie not on steep slopes, but on the plains directly below the famous Corton hill. The prevailing alluvial gravel and marl soils result in a slightly lighter wine style compared to neighboring appellations. Chorey-lès-Beaune Pinot Noir stands out with its soft, easily integrated tannins and a round texture. In the glass, this wine delights with intense, pure aromas of red cherries, raspberries, and blackberries, accompanied by very subtle hints of earth and spices (such as licorice). This is a wine you don't have to wait long for—it is designed to provide pleasure right from its release.

What to Pair with this Pinot Noir?

Due to its smoothness, lower tannin content, and fruitiness, this wine is incredibly flexible when it comes to food pairings:

• Light Meat Dishes: Pairs beautifully with roast chicken, turkey, rabbit stews, and leaner cuts of pork.
• Cold Appetizers: An ideal choice for charcuterie boards, rustic pâtés (terrines), and light tapas.
• Cheeses: Opt for mild, semi-hard cow's milk cheeses, such as Gouda, Reblochon, or a gentle Brie.

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Are white wines also produced in the Chorey-lès-Beaune appellation?
Although the region is absolutely focused on red Pinot Noir wines (which make up over 90% of the production), a very small quantity of crisp white wines from Chardonnay grapes is also produced here.

How long is it recommended to cellared these wines?
Chorey-lès-Beaune wines reveal their best qualities while young, when their berry fruitiness is at its brightest. It is recommended to drink them within the first 3–6 years of the vintage, though some examples from exceptional years can pleasantly surprise even after 8 years in the cellar.