Visits fun and informative of the Burgundy vineyards

The wine landscapes of the Côte-d'Or can be admired all year round. From the Côte de Beaune to the Côte Chalonnaise, between tending the vines, winemaking in the cellar and the unmissable harvest, winegrowers are never short of work. Discover the themes explored during the guided vineyard tours and walks in and around Santenay. More than enough to whet your appetite for wine!

Discover what lies hidden in the the Aligoté, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay routes…

The winegrower's work through the seasons

Over the centuries, people have shaped the Burgundy landscape and given rise to a cultural and architectural heritage protected by UNESCO . Each new cru is the fruit of expertise unique in the world: come and discover it!

On the programme of this immersion in the winegrower's world:

• A focus on the grape varieties behind the red and white wines, such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and others (less well known but prized by connoisseurs);

• The various vineyard maintenance tasks throughout the year;

• The stages in the life cycle of the vine;

• The threats hanging over the vines as the seasons change;

• The different ways estates are structured and what this means for the work

• Away from the vines, what does the winegrower's work involve?

The appellations of Burgundy and the AOCs

Deciphering the label on a bottle of wine is not always easy, is it? Burgundy boasts no fewer than 83 appellations, 6 AOCs and 1463 Climats spread across the region's entire vineyard area.

After your tour, you will finally be able to make sense of a Burgundy label and tell the difference between a grand cru and a great wine of the region! We will also talk about the AOCs and how they affect the work in the vines as well as the price of the bottles.

Follow the guide and finally understand all about the different grape varieties and unlock the mysteries of each appellation!

The UNESCO-listed Climats of Burgundy

You can't leave Burgundy without hearing about the famous Climats! No, this is not about the weather, or at least not only. As we walk through them, I explain everything so you can see things clearly!

Since 2015, the Climats of the Burgundy vineyards (from Dijon to the Maranges, by way of Beaune) are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site . The plots waiting to be discovered along the Route des grands crus have been shaped by 2000 years of history. How about we visit them together?

… and only with the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay formulas

Reading the vineyard landscape and a glimpse of the local biodiversity

The Climats are a mosaic of colours in every season, with estates, châteaux and impressive vaulted cellars, but also a very distinctive patchwork of plots. Keep an eye out for the essential features of winegrowing architecture!

Let me guide you to the finest viewpoints to admire the beauty of the area. We will discover:

• The winegrowing landscape and its biodiversity;

• The iconic villages and plots of Côte-d'Or;

• The meurgers, the dry stone walls and other treasures;

• A few animals or insects that might just surprise you;

• And maybe even Mont Blanc if we're lucky!

Discovering the many hidden treasures of our vineyards

You have to see it to believe it! The countryside around the village of Santenay hides wonders that are still far too little known. Along the paths you may well come across old wash-houses, dovecotes, a windmill, a fairytale castle and even... a top secret passageway! The children will be delighted, and so will their parents.

On request when booking

Fancy adding a little spice to your vineyard visits in Burgundy? Enjoy an unforgettable experience meeting the region's winegrowers and craftspeople, every one of them passionate and fascinating! Guided wine tastings, Burgundy cellars to explore, historical anecdotes and an insight into the work in the vines: your stay in the Côte-d'Or will stay with you for a very long time!

Discover other wine tourism experiences

Enjoy wine tourism activities in the Côte-d'Or: in the Côte de Beaune or the Côte Chalonnaise with Sur les pas du vigneron! A special request? Do not hesitate to contact me to discuss an experience tailored to your wishes.

Cellar visit in Burgundy

Who has never dreamed of unlocking the secrets of the ancient vaulted cellars of prestigious Burgundy estates? In Santenay or Savigny-lès-Beaune, we go to meet the men and women who bring the terroir to life.

Cellar visit

Group visits in the Côte-d'Or

Stag parties, team building, family celebrations or school outings: Burgundy's cellar visits and vineyard walks are also designed for groups. Ready to discover the wonders of the Route des grands crus?