Côte-d’Or

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Côte d'Or is a department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of east-central France. It is known for its hills, southwest of Dijon, and is a significant wine-producing area, often referred to as the wine capital of Burgundy. The department's capital is Dijon, a city with a rich history as the former capital of the Duchy of Burgundy. Dijon is renowned for its architectural heritage, including the palace of the dukes, and is famous for its mustard and gingerbread. Another notable town in Côte d'Or is Beaune, celebrated for its wine trade and historic Hôtel-Dieu.123

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Burgundy
…encompassed the central départements of Côte-d’Or, Saône-et-Loire, Nièvre, and Yonne. In 2016 the Burgundy région was joined with the région of Franche-Comté to form the new administrative entity of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
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…encompassed the central départements of Côte-d’Or, Saône-et-Loire, Nièvre, and Yonne. In 2016 the Burgundy région was joined with the région of Franche-Comté to form the new administrative entity of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
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Burgundy wine
Côtes-d’Or
This district is divided in two parts, the Côte de Nuits just south of Dijon and the Côte de Beaune farther south. In the Côte de Nuits red wines are produced almost exclusively. In Côte de Beaune both red and white wines, including most…
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This district is divided in two parts, the Côte de Nuits just south of Dijon and the Côte de Beaune farther south. In the Côte de Nuits red wines are produced almost exclusively. In Côte de Beaune both red and white wines, including most…
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