The Beaujolais is officially part of Burgundy, but historically this region should be seen as an independent area. The vineyard, 55 km long and 30 km wide, borders the city of Lyon to the south and the city of Macon to the north; the southernmost part of Burgundy where mainly white wines are made.

The river; the Sâone is the natural border to the east. The 22,500 hectares of vineyards are located at an altitude between 200 m and 400 m spread over 96 municipalities and are 99%...