€900
for 2 people
Discover Burgundy’s great red wines
This private wine tour in the Côte de Nuits offers you an immersion in the heart of one of the world’s most prestigious wine regions. A land devoted to Pinot Noir, the Côte de Nuits is internationally renowned for its great red wines and legendary wine villages.
Your day begins with an introduction to the vineyard landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage site. As you travel along the famous Route des Grands Crus, you will discover how each parcel, known as a “climat,” has a unique identity shaped by geology, exposure, and history.
Accompanied by your driver-guide, an expert in Burgundy wines, you will explore the famous villages of the Côte de Nuits such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vosne-Romanée. A first tasting at a wine estate will allow you to discover the finesse and complexity of Pinot Noir, before a lunch break in a traditional restaurant reserved by us. Lunch is not included and must be paid for directly on site.
This experience has been designed as a true immersion into the world of Burgundy’s great wines, combining discovery of legendary climats, prestigious tastings, and meetings with the artisans of the terroir.
€250
€50 / child
9:30 am
5:30 pm
Day itinerary
Private full-day tour
Departure from your hotel at 9:30 am in a luxury vehicle with an introduction to Burgundy’s wine history
Guided drive along the Route des Grands Crus and introduction to the UNESCO-listed climats landscape
Discovery of the emblematic villages of the Côte de Nuits: Gevrey-Chambertin, Morey-Saint-Denis, Chambolle-Musigny, and Vosne-Romanée
Scenic stops in prestigious vineyards and explanation of the appellation hierarchy (Village, Premier Cru, Grand Cru)
First tasting with a Côte de Nuits winemaker, discovering Pinot Noir and the specific characteristics of the terroir
Lunch break in a traditional restaurant reserved by us. Lunch is not included and must be paid for directly on site
Drive past the great climats and legendary vineyards: Chambertin, Clos de Tart, Échezeaux, Romanée-Conti, and Clos de Vougeot
Second tasting at an estate in the Côte de Nuits, allowing you to compare different winemaking styles
Photo stop and panoramic views over iconic vineyards
Return to your hotel around 5:30 pm
Experience highlights
Private full-day wine tour (9:30 am - 5:30 pm) in a luxury Mercedes vehicle
Services of a certified WSET Level 3 bilingual wine expert guide
Guided vineyard walks with expert commentary
Exclusive meetings with renowned winemakers
Two private, prestigious tastings
Visit to Burgundy's most iconic wine villages
Reserved table for lunch at a traditional local restaurant. The meal is not included and must be paid for directly on site
Panoramic photo stops on request
Private wine tour in the Côte de Nuits: discover Burgundy’s great red wines
The Côte de Nuits is one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world. Located between Dijon and Nuits-Saint-Georges, it is the historic heart of Burgundy’s great red wines. This relatively narrow area brings together some of the most famous vineyards on the planet, where the Pinot Noir grape reaches a particularly complex and refined expression.
A private wine tour in the Côte de Nuits offers the chance to understand what makes this vineyard so distinctive. Unlike other wine regions where a wine’s identity is strongly tied to the brand or estate, Burgundy is based прежде all on the notion of terroir. Each parcel, known as a climat, has its own personality. This unique precision in defining terroirs explains the impressive diversity of wines produced within just a few kilometres.
Iconic villages and the diversity of terroirs
The villages of the Côte de Nuits are among the most renowned in the Burgundy wine region. Gevrey-Chambertin is often associated with powerful, structured wines capable of ageing for several decades. Chambolle-Musigny stands out for more delicate, elegant wines, with silky textures and subtle floral aromas. Vosne-Romanée, meanwhile, is home to some of the most prestigious vineyards in the world, including the famous Romanée-Conti.
History and UNESCO-listed heritage
This wine-growing area also owes much to its history. As early as the Middle Ages, Cistercian monks played a fundamental role in selecting the best terroirs. By observing the soils, exposures and ripeness of the grapes, they gradually identified the parcels capable of producing the highest-quality wines. This work of observation gave rise to the climat system, now recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Geology and the expression of Pinot Noir
Geology also plays an essential role in the identity of Côte de Nuits wines. The limestone soils formed from Jurassic deposits provide natural drainage and contribute to the wines’ aromatic finesse. The east- and southeast-facing slopes encourage the gradual ripening of Pinot Noir, allowing the grapes to develop great complexity while retaining balanced acidity.
Discovering the Côte de Nuits on a private wine tour allows you to explore these different aspects in privileged conditions. Between vineyard landscapes, meetings with estates and guided tastings, the experience becomes a true immersion in Burgundy wine culture.
For lovers of great red wines, the Côte de Nuits is an essential destination. It embodies one of the noblest expressions of Pinot Noir and offers a unique reading of Burgundy’s terroir, where each parcel tells a different story.
