The Experience
Legendary Wines, Historic Towns & L’Art de Vivre
There is a special flavor to this region in France. Yes, it’s in the wine, but it transcends everything. It’s in the gracious demeanor of the people. It’s in the friendly rolling hills and small villages that sit quietly among the vineyards. You feel the rich flavors of Burgundy as you pedal toward the multicolored Flemish-tiled roofs in Beaune. When you combine all these unique flavors, you quickly understand that the wine is only where Burgundy’s story begins. The beautiful Chablis district, Burgundy’s northernmost wine region Bike along the Route des Grands Crus to the famous town of Chassagne-Montrachet Savor phenomenal cuisine paired with wonderful wines Private cellar tour and tasting at acclaimed Maison Alex Gambal Beaune, the vibrant capital of the Côte d’Or
DAYS 1-2 The beautiful Chablis district, Burgundy’s northernmost wine region, with lush forests and farmland, lovely lakes and quaint villages Spin through château-dotted countryside to the hilltop town of Vézelay and discover its cathedral, a World Heritage site. DAY 3 Savor phenomenal cuisine paired with wonderful wines Looking for the landscape photo? One stunning vista follows another as you ride across rolling pastures past ancient manors and abbeys. DAY 4 Private cellar tour and tasting at acclaimed Maison Alex Gambal, with artisanal whites and reds Plunge into the centuries-old winemaking tradition at celebrated Clos de Vougeot, a restored medieval château and vineyard Radiant chardonnay and pinot noir vines escort you and your bike from the Côte de Nuits into the Côte de Beaune. DAY 5 Pedal along the Route des Grands Crus to the famous town of Chassagne-Montrachet Check out the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune, a tile-studded showcase of Flemish-Burgundian architecture and impressive history, on a private guided tour Spot farmers busy in the vineyards, where wine is as plentiful as the vintages are delightful Learn about the region’s wines while sampling with our friends in Chassagne-Montrachet. DAY 6 Beaune, the vibrant capital of the Côte d’Or Say au revoir to Burgundy with a final spin through the vineyards around Beaune.
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The Route
