The Hierarchy: Cracking the Code

If yesterday was the map, today is the key. Burgundy's four-tier quality classification: Regional, Village, Premier Cru, Grand Cru is the single most important concept for navigating this region with confidence. Today's episode breaks it down in plain language: what each level means, why the price differences are so dramatic, and how to use this knowledge the next time you're standing in front of a wine list or a bottle shop shelf.