Marsannay and its surroundings

History

Marceniacum in Monte, then Marcenay-en-Montagne, became Marsannay-la-Côte in 1783, and in all likelihood owes its name to a Gallo-Roman, Marcenus. The ancient village is spread out at the foot of the wooded hillsides whose paths, hilltops and rich flora make for agreeable trekking. The area of Marsannay has been occupied since the prehistoric era, as we can witness thanks to dated archaeological discoveries.
It was the Romans who introduced the culture of the vine and since this time, the life of the village has been centred around the rhythm of this activity.

The history of Marsannay has left its marks on the buildings of the community. A brochure entitled "Une promenade à Marsannay-la-Côte" (a walk through Marsannay-la-Côte) evokes these architectural aspects. A pamphlet "Marsannay-la-Côte: Flânerie dans son histoire" (A stroll through its history) is available at the cultural service of the Town Hall or at the Tourist Office.

 

 

 

MEN AND WINES OF CHARACTER

Just like the winegrowers who have laboured unremittingly for more than half a century to secure the reputation and quality of their products, the wines of Marsannay persistently express strength and character.
Incorporating the inimitable and original style of each wine- grower, they contribute to that extraordinary diversity which is at once the special charm and richness of Burgundy - a miraculous blend of power and elegance.
Wine-lovers will appreciate the chance to appreciate the subtle variations of these wines from numerous climates in the friendly relaxed atmosphere of the local wine cellars.

RED - WHITE- ROSE A UNIQUE TRILOGY IN BURGUNDY

Marsannay produces structured, particularly aromatic wines whose long-keeping characteristic has been long established. When combined with the original style of the winegrower, this produces that incomparable diversity which is at once both the charm and the glory of Burgundian wine.
Tannic, sensual, conjugating perfectly elegance and power, the enthusiast will find the occasion to appreciate the subtle differences in these wines produced from the very numerous "climats". The wines grown here, whilst remaining recognizably wines of the same appellation, can each be distinguished by their own singularity: certain nuances, certain subtilities, in short by a touch of the individual.

 


"La Route des Grands Crus"

 

At 1, 40 hours of Paris and 1, 30 hours of Lyon, “La Route des Grands Crus” is the veritable Champs Elysées of Burgundy. It delivers to you the secrecies of the vineyard and the wine through prestigious or unusual places.
From Dijon with Santenay via Beaune, you will discover the festivals and traditions of its 37 villages, along a well marked road or by borrowing the pedestrian way and touring cyclist who crosses it.

 

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Sources : site de l’Office du tourisme de Marsannay la Côte et
site : http://www.route-des-grands-crus-de-bourgogne.com

Le restaurant gastronomique et traiteur Les Gourmets, vous accueille à Marsannay la Côte, tout à côté de Dijon (21 – Côte d’Or), en Bourgogne.