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what are one whit and one red grape varieties used in burgundy

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Answer by: Roger C. Bohmrich, MW

The principal grapes in the Burgundy region of France are Chardonnay (white) and Pinot Noir (red). Other grapes include Aligote and Sauvignon Blanc or Vert.

If you include Beaujolais in Burgundy, then we would add Gamay to the list.


About the Expert:
Roger has enjoyed a lengthy career in the wine trade, and he last served as a senior executive with a major national importer. In 2006, he launched Millesima USA, a retail entity affiliated with Europe's leading fine wine mail order company. Roger became one of America's first Masters of Wine in 1993, and he has been very active as an educator and speaker at wine festivals and conferences. He hosts a community television program entitled "Wine's Simple Pleasures," and is currently working on a book of original recipes and wine pairing solutions.

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Answer by: Marylou Coe

Chardonnay is the white grape of Burgundy, and Pinot Noir is the red.


About the Expert:
Marylou has been involved in the wines and spirits industry for 35 years and now owns a winery/distillery and Bed & Breakfast Inn.

Visit Marylou Coe's website: Black Star Farms



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