Burgundy Wine Route
The Burgundy Wine Route is an iconic route that crosses one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world. It allows you to discover famous vineyards, picturesque villages, wine estates, as well as a rich historical heritage. Here is an overview of what this route offers:
The Burgundy Vineyards
Burgundy is divided into several wine-growing sub-regions, each with unique characteristics:
- Chablis : Located in the north, this region is renowned for its white wines made mainly from the Chardonnay grape variety.
- Côte de Nuits : It extends from Dijon to Corgoloin and is renowned for its red wines, notably Grands Crus such as Romanée-Conti, Chambertin or Clos de Vougeot, mainly produced from the Pinot Noir grape variety.
- Côte de Beaune : This region produces exceptional white wines (like Montrachet) as well as red wines (Pommard, Volnay).
- Côte Chalonnaise : Known for its accessible wines, both red and white.
- Mâconnais : Further south, it produces elegant white wines like Pouilly-Fuissé.
A sublime 60km route
The Burgundy Wine Route stretches for about 60 kilometers , mainly covering the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. This route allows you to visit more than 30 wine villages, each with its own charm and renowned estates where you can taste wine.
Major towns and villages to visit along the route include Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, with a rich historical and architectural heritage; Beaune, the heart of Burgundy wine production, known for its Hospices de Beaune, an architectural and historical treasure; and Nuits-Saint-Georges, a town known for its powerful wines, perfect for keeping.
