The Experience
Burgundy is a historical territory and a former administrative region of east-central France. Since 1 January 2016, it is part of the new region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Burgundy comprises the following four departments: Côte-d’Or, Saône-et-Loire, Yonne, and Nièvre. Burgundy takes its name from the Burgundians, a Germanic people. Historically, “Burgundy” has referred to numerous political entities, including kingdoms and duchies spanning territory from the Mediterranean to the Low Countries.
Burgundy is one of France’s main wine producing areas. It is well known for both its red and white wines, mostly made from Pinot noir and Chardonnay grapes, respectively, although other grape varieties can be found, including Gamay, Aligote, Pinot blanc, and Sauvignon blanc. The region is divided into the Côte-d’Or, where the most expensive and prized Burgundies are found, and Beaujolais, Chablis, the Côte Chalonnaise and Mâcon.
The perfect odyssey for all wine lovers. Begin your experience in Burgundy’s picturesque wine capital Beaune with a visit to the Hospices de Beaune, the location of the prestigious annual wine auction. Discover the rich winemaking heritage of the Cote d’Or region, sampling the finest wines, including prestigious Premier or Grand Cru varieties and the region’s famous Pinot Noirs.
Our unique and exciting program will take you along the Grands Crus Wine Road. Enjoy an exhilarating helicopter tour over many famous landmarks; from Gevrey-Chambertin to Chassagne-Montrachet, via Vosne-Romanée. Stroll through the vineyards and hear first hand from a Master of Wine the fascinating explanations on the legendary Grands Crus plots: Romanée Conti, Richebourg, La Tâche, Echezeaux, Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot, Corton-Charlemagne, Montrachet. Soak up the spectacular views of the typical villages of the Beaujolais and their landmarks.
Reward yourself in the evening with once in a lifetime gastronomic experiences; from the finest Michelin starred restaurants to private dinners and wine pairings hosted on the family-owned wine estates followed by a candlelit tour of the vaulted wine cellars.
