Burgundy's small production and global demand create challenging prices, but values exist:
Smart Strategies
1. Buy villages from great producers rather than Grand Crus from mediocre ones
2. Explore lesser-known villages: Santenay, Monthélie, Auxey-Duresses
3. Consider négociants for consistency and availability
4. Look to periphery: Côte Chalonnaise, Mâconnais
5. Buy young wines before scores drive prices up
Price Ranges
- Under €20: Bourgogne Rouge/Blanc from top producers
- €20-40: Village wines, Côte Chalonnaise
- €40-80: Premier Crus from value villages
- €80-150: Grand Crus from Corton, older villages
- €150+: Trophy wines, scarce producers