Bourgogne
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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Today Marion produces a wide range of wines, from “basic” Bourgogne to grand crus.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2025
"The risk with these additional tariffs is that they could push our wines past a psychological price threshold," warned Laurent Delaunay, president of the Bourgogne Wine Board - meaning above what buyers feel comfortable paying.
From BBC ● Apr. 4, 2025
The next big moment for two-time defending champion Jonas Vingegaard and his rivals will be Stage 7 for the first time trial in the Bourgogne vineyards.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
A good “basic burgundy,” labeled with just the Bourgogne appellation, can be an excellent introduction to the heartland of pinot noir.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 6, 2022
Jean de Bourgogne was making active preparations for a descent upon Paris with a retinue so formidable in numbers as to be an army; and Valentine retired to Blois, to bide her time.
From Women of Mediæval France Woman: in all ages and in all countries Vol. 5 (of 10) by Butler, Pierce
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