Beaune is a dry red and white appellation in Côte de Beaune, Burgundy. The dominant grapes are Pinot Noir. The key soils are limestone, marl, clay-limestone. The climate is characterized by continental, Côte de Beaune slope exposure. Beaune's many premier cru climats make it a useful map for learning Burgundy hierarchy. Typical fruit: red cherry, raspberry, strawberry. Other typical notes: earth, spice, tea. Wines typically show medium tannin, medium-plus acidity, medium body. Ageing potential is moderate. Côte de Beaune village. Historic Burgundy center.