Semezanges

This small rural area covers approximately 8.14 square kilometers with 92 inhabitants, featuring elevations ranging from 362 to 596 meters and characterized by agricultural lands, vineyards, and forests comprising over 68% of its territory.

The settlement has ancient origins dating back to at least the 12th century, with its name evolving from Germanic roots through various forms like Samasingas, potentially connected to Roman colonial settlements in the Burgundy region.

The community preserves traditional Burgundian customs through local festivals, regional cuisine featuring renowned wines and cheeses, while maintaining historic stone architecture including fountains, a washhouse, and religious buildings that reflect centuries of rural heritage.

Currently administered by Mayor Alain Trapet since 2020, the commune operates under the canton of Longvic and belongs to the community of communes of Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges, accessible via regional roads connecting Beaune and Dijon.

The village is notable for being the birthplace of Raymond Jarlaud in 1902, a prominent French aeronautical engineer whose career demonstrates the unexpected connection between this small rural community and France's technological advancement in aviation.