Wine
Tour de France: Discover Burgundy & Champagne
An all-levels guided tasting exploring Burgundy, Champagne and neighbouring styles through at least six wines, including a Premier Cru example.
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About this course
This guided wine tasting examines Burgundy’s principal regions and grape varieties, alongside Chardonnay-dominant and Pinot-dominant Champagne. The selection includes wines from Chablis, the Côte Chalonnaise, Mâconnais, Beaujolais and the Côte d’Or, with examples spanning regional, village and Premier Cru classifications. Participants taste at least six locally sourced wines and receive full tasting notes and a tasting sheet. The selection is designed to show contrasts between styles, including mineral Chablis, Beaujolais Cru and different expressions of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
What you'll learn
- Compare Chardonnay-dominant and Pinot-dominant Champagne styles
- Examine differences between regional, village and Premier Cru wines
- Explore contrasting expressions of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Gamay
- Taste and compare wines from Burgundy, Chablis, Beaujolais and Champagne
Is this course right for you?
The course is listed as suitable for all levels and is organised as a guided comparative tasting. It may suit learners approaching Burgundy and Champagne for the first time as well as those wishing to broaden their understanding of the regions, although no specific previous-experience requirement is stated.
- Includes a minimum of six wines for comparison
- Covers both classic and less widely discussed Burgundy regions
Before you go
- At least six locally sourced wines are included, including a Premier Cru example.
- Professional tasting glasses, full tasting notes and a tasting sheet are provided.
- Cheese, charcuterie and crackers are served.
- Dietary requirements can be accommodated if notified at least 48 hours in advance.