Under the Dukes of Burgundy, this commune was one of two that produced a white wine-based liquor flavored with gentian.

A new type of sparkling wine is being grown in this commune and being supported by a renowned house.

Vineyard production reduced significantly, both in quality and yields after an historico-political event pertaining this commune and the Kingdom of France.

Historically and contrary to Burgundian custom, pinot noir was not the most commonly planted red grape variety in this commune.

This commune was the seat of the Capetian Dynasty (circa 987-1792 CE).

Vineyard sites are located to the northwest and central part of the commune.

This commune is characterized by a central rocky outcrop.

This commune shares borders with three communes in Côtes de Nuits and exhibits a parallelogram-like or even check-like shape.