Irancy AOC
Irancy AOC produces red wine from Pinot Noir, sometimes blended with the locally traditional César grape, on the amphitheater-like hills of the Yonne.
Overview
Irancy lies in the Grand Auxerrois, where vineyards curve around Irancy and extend into Vincelottes and Cravant. Its sheltered slopes, northern continental climate, and Kimmeridgian limestone and marl give Pinot Noir freshness, red-fruit character, and a firm mineral frame; César may add color and structure.
Geography & Climate
Vineyards occupy slopes and enclosed valleys on the right bank of the Yonne around Irancy, Vincelottes, and Cravant.
Soils
Kimmeridgian limestone and fossil-rich marl dominate, with varying clay content across the slopes.
Wine Styles
Red wines center on Pinot Noir; permitted César can contribute deeper color, spice, and tannin.