Marsannay

Marsannay was only formally classified in 1987 and is the only village in Burgundy that can produce rosé, with some vineyards classified exclusively for rosé production. These rosés can be very special, and age-worthy (look out for those from Sylvain Pataille and René Bouvier), but there are also brilliant whites and reds from the likes of Domaine Bizot, Bruno Clair and Charles Audoin, as well as the aforementioned producers. Red-fruited and bright, the Pinot Noir in particular can be a great source of value. The village’s best plot is Clos du Roy (sometimes spelled “Roi”), at the very northern tip of the appellation. Tipped for promotion to Premier Cru, its iron-rich soils produce Marsannay’s most powerful reds.