A day of initiation that combines learning and the enjoyment of tasting with a discovery of the vineyards and heritage of the Côte de Nuits.
9.15 a.m.: Welcome meet at the Ecole des Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune All necessary documents provided
The fundamentals of wine-growing Bourgogne:
Bourgogne wines:
Tasting Bourgogne wines:
12.45 p.m.: Tasting and lunch at a restaurant
14.30 p.m.: Discovery of the Côte de Nuits vineyards
Presentation of a nominative Honorary Diploma from the Ecole des Vins de Bourgogne
18.30 p.m.: Return to Beaune – end of the day
Understand the appellation system, the notion of terroir and Bourgogne’s Climats. Learn how to see, smell and taste the white and red wines of Bourgogne and to identify their aromas. You will also learn how to keep and serve the wines, as well as how best to match them with food.
After a hearty lunch and tasting, the afternoon is devoted to discovering the vineyards, with a study of the landscape in the Grand Crus of the Côte de Nuits, a guided tour of the mythical Château du Clos de Vougeot and a visit and tasting at a wine estate.
By the end of the day, you will be more confident in approaching a glass of Bourgogne, armed with the right words to describe the wines and share your impressions.
Classes and visits are led by an educator from the Ecole des vins de Bourgogne.
This training is open to all and does not require prior knowledge of Bourgogne wines, tasting, or the world of wine more generally.
Tutored tasting of a dozen different appellations (in our tasting room, at the restaurant, and with the wine producer).
Tastings take place in our dedicated tasting room.
Guided tours of the vineyards and Château du Clos de Vougeot, as well as meeting a wine producer.
What’s included:
Funding for vocationnal training
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Meet in our tasting room at the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune. Our qualified educators will be on hand to welcome you and to accompany you throughout this course.
Contact us for more information or with any specific requests.
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