<p>Among the best value appellations in Burgundy, Savigny-les-Beaune is the third biggest appellation by production in the C&ocirc;te de Beaune. Two styles exist at the 1er Cru level; delicate fine boned wines produced from south-facing vineyards on the northern end of the appellation and rounder, fuller, more forward styles hailing from east-facing vineyards found in the south of the appellation. Total vineyard area is 544 ha of which 141.5 ha is 1er Cru.</p>

<p>Small but mighty, the appellation of <strong>St.-Julien</strong>, on Bordeaux&rsquo;s Left Bank, has long enjoyed a reputation for exceptional quality and consistency. Compared to its neighbours in Bordeaux, St.-Julien produces the highest proportion of classified-growth wines, with more than three-quarters of the vineyards devoted to top-ranked producers. They include several &ldquo;Super Second&rdquo; chateaux and many other outstanding classified growths and Cru Bourgeois. Saint-Julien wines are beautifully balanced, with a great richness, depth of colour, and elegance. Cabernet Sauvignon prevails, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc used for blending in the classic Bordeaux style.</p>

<p>Hautes-C&ocirc;tes de Nuits covers the area on top of the escarpment, and the adjacent area of various valleys and slopes. There is only one appellation, Bourgogne Hautes-C&ocirc;tes de Nuits, which covers the entire subregion. There are also no Grand Cru or Premier Cru vineyards.</p>