Beaune Premier Cru wines are those which are made under the strictest conditions of the Beaune appellation in Burgundy, and which come from grapes grown exclusively in the commune's Premier Cru-classified vineyards.
Beaune has 42 Premier Cru climats – more than any other commune in Burgundy – and also tops the chart for the total surface area under vine. A total of 77% of Beaune's vineyard land is classified as Premier Cru – placing it, in percentage terms, second only to the tiny commune of Vougeot.
Beaune's name is widely recognized and is associated with reliable quality – rather than a particular excellence or defining style. In the days when the name was an umbrella title for local wines – including those which are now recognized as Grand Cru – it was held in higher regard.