What is the most general Burgundy classification where grapes can come from all over Burgundy and these wines are relatively affordable?

• A. Grand Cru
• B. Premier Cru
• C. Village Level Wine
• D. Regional Wine

Answer: (D)

In Burgundy, the labeling system reflects how tightly the wine’s origin is defined. The broadest tier is regional wines, which can use grapes drawn from across the entire Burgundy region. Because the sourcing is wide and the terroir isn’t tied to a specific site, these wines tend to be more affordable and less marked by a single vineyard’s character. Move up a notch, and village-level wines come from grapes within one particular village, adding some terroir nuance but still not tied to a single elite vineyard. The top tiers, premier cru and grand cru, come from specific, prestigious vineyard sites with limited production and higher prices. So the most general, widely sourced and typically more affordable option is regional wine.