Marsannay-la-Côte, Wine commune in Côte-d'Or, France.
Marsannay-la-Côte spreads across Jurassic limestone hills with approximately 186 hectares of vineyards, 202 hectares of agricultural land, and 523 hectares of communal forests creating diverse landscapes at elevations from 238 to 477 meters.
The commune experienced significant population growth after 1962, transforming from a traditional village to a modern settlement with around 5,440 inhabitants by 2022 through residential developments and urban expansion.
Local residents known as Marcenaciens celebrate their viticultural heritage through annual harvest festivals that strengthen community bonds and honor centuries-old wine production traditions passed down through generations.
The commune provides two kindergartens, two elementary schools, a library, a nursery, six doctors, four dentists, and two pharmacies to meet the daily needs of residents within the local community.
Marsannay-la-Côte stands as the only Burgundian appellation capable of producing all three wine types red, white, and rosé under a single designation, primarily using Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grape varieties.
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