Les Teurons

Les Teurons sits on the mid-slope of the Côte de Beaune, within the commune of Beaune in the Côte d'Or. The vineyard spans 21.04 hectares at elevations ranging from 220 to 300 metres, with an east to east-southeast facing aspect that provides reliable morning sun and balanced afternoon exposure. This orientation supports steady, even ripening of Pinot Noir across the growing season.

• Located in Beaune commune, Côte de Beaune, Côte d'Or
• East to east-southeast aspect maximizes morning sun exposure
• Elevation range of 220 to 300 metres places it firmly on the mid-slope
• Climate is warm and protected from wind, sitting slightly warmer than the Côte de Nuits

The soils of Les Teurons are predominantly limestone, complemented by clay, silt, and stones. This classic Côte de Beaune composition provides excellent drainage while retaining enough moisture to support vine health through dry periods. The limestone base drives the mineral signature that defines the best wines from this climat, giving them a structural backbone that rewards extended cellaring. Pinot Noir is the dominant variety planted, though Chardonnay is also authorized under the appellation rules.

• Limestone dominates, with clay, silt, and stones throughout the profile
• Good drainage from stony content, with clay providing moisture retention
• Limestone underpins the characteristic mineral quality in the wines
• Both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are authorized grape varieties

The name Les Teurons traces to the Celtic and Latin root 'Turno,' referring to a small elevation of land or mount. Old French interpretation also links the name to 'terre ronde,' meaning round earth, a description that reflects the gently rounded topography of the site. Bouchard Père & Fils established their presence here early, acquiring the first parcel in 1791 and completing their holdings of 2.41 hectares by 1869. Their long tenure has made them the standard reference for this climat.

• Name derived from Celtic/Latin 'Turno,' meaning small elevation or mount
• Old French 'terre ronde' (round earth) also cited as an etymology
• Bouchard Père & Fils began acquiring land here in 1791
• Alternate names include Teurons, Clos des Teurons, and Le Clos des Teurons

Les Teurons attracts a strong roster of respected Burgundy négociants and domaines. Bouchard Père & Fils is the most prominent name, with holdings dating back to the late 18th century. Albert Morot and Domaine de Bellène are regarded as quality-focused producers with clear expressions of the climat. Château de Meursault, Domaine Rossignol-Trapet, Chanson, Remoissenet Père et Fils, and Clos de la Chapelle also hold or work fruit from this vineyard, offering a range of styles that demonstrate the site's versatility within its structured character.

• Bouchard Père & Fils: the benchmark producer with the longest continuous ownership
• Albert Morot: consistently praised for terroir-faithful, traditional Beaune premier crus
• Domaine de Bellène and Château de Meursault: notable for quality-driven, contemporary expressions
• Chanson and Remoissenet Père et Fils add négociant perspectives to the range

Les Teurons produces red wines built on a framework of structure and minerality. Ripe fruit characters, commonly red cherry, blackcurrant, and plum, are supported by earthy and spicy notes that develop with bottle age. The limestone soils and mid-slope position give the wines a firm but refined tannic structure, making them genuine candidates for medium to long-term cellaring. Young examples can show some austerity that opens with time into a more complex, layered character. White wine production from Chardonnay is possible but rare relative to the red.

• Structured tannic framework supports medium to long-term cellaring potential
• Ripe red and dark fruit with earthy, spicy secondary notes
• Pronounced mineral quality driven by the limestone-dominant soils
• Young wines can be firm; patience rewards with added complexity