Burgundy Unlimited
Curators of Burgundy’s best wine experiences
Burgundy...
Tradition, Values, Authenticity
For over 1000 years, Burgundy wine has been crafted with the knowledge that respecting the “terroir*” is the key to producing some of the best and most reputable wines in the world.
It first started in 1100 AD, when the Cistercian monks started planting vines in Burgundy’s now famous vineyards. The impressive Clos de Vougeot castle stands as a testimony to that period as do many of the iconic vineyards that make up the globally renowned Grand Cru level of wines, including Romanée-Conti, Montrachet & Chambertin to name a few.
The wine once made by the monks has been in the hands of skilled winemakers since 1789, passed on from generation to generation. Burgundy is a complex mosaic of vineyards owned primarily by small family-run wineries, each owning an average of 10 hectares (25 acres) of vineyards. Despite their small size, they can produce several different exceptional wines from just 2 celebrated grape varietals, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
It first started in 1100 AD, when the Cistercian monks started planting vines in Burgundy’s now famous vineyards. The impressive Clos de Vougeot castle stands as a testimony to that period as do many of the iconic vineyards that make up the globally renowned Grand Cru level of wines, including Romanée-Conti, Montrachet & Chambertin to name a few.
The wine once made by the monks has been in the hands of skilled winemakers since 1789, passed on from generation to generation. Burgundy is a complex mosaic of vineyards owned primarily by small family-run wineries, each owning an average of 10 hectares (25 acres) of vineyards. Despite their small size, they can produce several different exceptional wines from just 2 celebrated grape varietals, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
What we do ?
We provide customized wine, gastronomy & culture tours for our clients, with a strong emphasis on Burgundy wine, its traditions and authenticity. Our experiences can be for one day or multiple days and stretch from Chablis in the north of Burgundy to the Macon region and even as far as Beaujolais!
How we do it ?
We listen to you and ask questions to find out more about what you really want. Then we curate what we consider to be the perfect experience for you, thanks to our long history of working and living in Burgundy…we believe in providing you with your ultimate Burgundy experience!
What we propose ?
Here is a sample of some of the experiences that we propose:
Burgundy Uncorked
Uncork the essential Burgundy experience and enjoy Pinots & Chardonnays and learn why Burgundy wines are so exceptional…
Burgundy Prestige
Treat yourself to the iconic wines of Burgundy by tasting great wines including premier & grand crus.Meet the winemakers and discover the secrets of their winemaking skills
Burgundy Fare
Stroll through the local markets. Enjoy a cheese and wine pairing Have lunch at a typical local bistro. After a visit to a local winery, end your day with an initiation into Dijon’s mustard legend…
Burgundy & Beyond
Ever been tempted by discovering the legend of Chablis or the exceptional Cru of Beaujolais? What about the rising stars of Pouilly Fuissé?
Burgundy Heritage
It’s not just about the wines.
Come to Burgundy and
Discover the incredible history of the Dukes of Burgudy and their
Influence on Europe in the
Middle Ages…
Come to Burgundy and
Discover the incredible history of the Dukes of Burgudy and their
Influence on Europe in the
Middle Ages…
Burgundy Uncorked
It’s not a secret that Burgundy is a famous yet complicated wine region.
This tour will explain the basics…what you need to know to enjoy and feel confident about Burgundy wine. We talk about the terroir (what makes the wine…apart from the winemaker!), how they make the wine, how to read a Burgundy wine label and how the wine is classified. Sounds complicated, but in fact it’s very easy. But above all, you get to drink some wonderful Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays when visiting two of our favourite wineries! We also visit the vineyards and historical monuments for a few very useful explanations on the vines themselves and the history behind their evolution over 1000 years, and not forgetting some great photo opportunities. The views are stunning. But the most important thing is… we make it fun, and you enjoy the wines…guaranteed!
This tour will explain the basics…what you need to know to enjoy and feel confident about Burgundy wine. We talk about the terroir (what makes the wine…apart from the winemaker!), how they make the wine, how to read a Burgundy wine label and how the wine is classified. Sounds complicated, but in fact it’s very easy. But above all, you get to drink some wonderful Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays when visiting two of our favourite wineries! We also visit the vineyards and historical monuments for a few very useful explanations on the vines themselves and the history behind their evolution over 1000 years, and not forgetting some great photo opportunities. The views are stunning. But the most important thing is… we make it fun, and you enjoy the wines…guaranteed!
Price from 350€ per person – lunch not included*.
*subject to availability on tour day…
Burgundy Prestige
If you want to sample the pinnacle of Burgundy wines, then you must taste the premier or grand crus and (when possible) meet winemakers who make exceptional wines, whatever the classification level. This experience will give you the opportunity to taste and compare premier and grand crus, to meet certain winemakers (avoid weekends!) and discover their skills in winemaking.
Of course, you won’t escape the basics on understanding Burgundy, unless you are a sommelier. This experience includes 2 tastings and a lunch tasting at a winery or a specific bistro (depending on availability) and a special “insider” view of the industry. We cover both the Côte de Nuits (Pinot Noir) and Côte de Beaune (Chardonnay) districts which make up the iconic wine area of Burgundy.
Of course, you won’t escape the basics on understanding Burgundy, unless you are a sommelier. This experience includes 2 tastings and a lunch tasting at a winery or a specific bistro (depending on availability) and a special “insider” view of the industry. We cover both the Côte de Nuits (Pinot Noir) and Côte de Beaune (Chardonnay) districts which make up the iconic wine area of Burgundy.
Price from 450€ per person – lunch not included*.
*subject to availability on tour day…
Burgundy Fare
For every great Burgundy wine, there is the perfect food pairing. Escargots, Bresse Chicken, Boeuf Bourguignon, Epoisses or Citeaux cheese, gougères or ham cooked in a parsley jelly and don’t forget the famous Dijon mustard! We will take you to either the famous Dijon or Beaune market (see market days). You will be able to enjoy a cheese and wine pairing at the Hess cheese shop and lunch at a specially selected local bistro. Of course, your day wouldn’t be complete without a special wine tasting in a local winery and a mustard tasting (after the wine!) at the Fallot mustard factory – the most authentic mustard producer in Burgundy.
Price from 350€ per person including lunch*.
*subject to availability on tour day…
Burgundy & Beyond
There’s so much more to discover in our beautiful region. The “real” Chablis is a beautiful town producing some outstanding wines. If you like white wine with a fresh, citrus, mineral touch, then this is for you. We organize two tastings and a lunch. Experience the premier and grand cru Chablis, it’s a guaranteed love affair! On the southern side of Burgundy, on the way to Lyon, you have Beaujolais, which boasts 10 exceptional “cru Beaujolais” wine villages. Visit the beautiful villages or Saint Amour, Fleurie, Chiroubles etc. Lunch at le Château de Bachelards with the Comtesse de Vaiselles ! Their biodynamic wines are celebrated throughout the wine industry… On the southern tip of Burgundy, you’ll find the Maconnais district with its highly acclaimed Pouilly Fuissé premier cru! Taste with the local winemaker and enjoy southern Burgundy hospitality at its best.
Price from 550€ per person including lunch*.
*subject to availability on tour day…
Burgundy Heritage
Not to be missed, Dijon’s largely pedestrian historic centre is a treasure trove of history, art and architecture dating principally from two golden eras: The Gothic period and time of the great Dukes of Burgundy and the Classical era of the Kings Louis 14th to 16th. Endowed with over 100 noble residences as well as several excellent museums, namely the Beaux Arts Museum containing one of the largest collections in France, it also boasts, the Well of Moses, one of the great sculpted masterpieces of the whole Middle Ages. Named one of the Gastronomic capitals of France, it is also a city brimming with specialties to taste, especially on market days.
Price from 400€ per person including lunch*.
*subject to availability on tour day…
Multi-event experiences
If you want to make the most of your time in Burgundy, why not try one of our “multi-event experiences”?
We can make your stay in Burgundy unique by adding some fun experiences to your wine tasting days: you can learn how to make a wine barrel, enjoy the bucolic Burgundy countryside with its picturesque villages on a bicycle and picnic tour or fly over them in a hot air balloon. If food is your preference, then try truffle hunting with a truffle dog and experience the culinary delight made using local truffles.
These are just some of the experiences we can add to your stay.
We can make your stay in Burgundy unique by adding some fun experiences to your wine tasting days: you can learn how to make a wine barrel, enjoy the bucolic Burgundy countryside with its picturesque villages on a bicycle and picnic tour or fly over them in a hot air balloon. If food is your preference, then try truffle hunting with a truffle dog and experience the culinary delight made using local truffles.
These are just some of the experiences we can add to your stay.
Meet the team
Stephen
THE BURGUNDY WINE EXPERT…as seen by Tom
To make our business successful, it takes time, passion, and devotion (and a good sense of humour) and for our clients it’s all about enjoying the experience. This is where Stephen is at his best. He makes learning about Burgundy wines really enjoyable, and our clients have fun, believe me. He first developed his passion when working in a winery in Provence. He then travelled the world discovering famous wine regions and studying wine tourism, lectured on wine and wine tourism development at various business schools. To add to that he’s a people person with a great sense of humour (probably the most important attribute in his profession!)
Over the last 10 years, he has created an impressive network of “wine industry friends” in Burgundy and has a vast knowledge of Burgundy and its wines. I think he can literally organize anything!
Over the last 10 years, he has created an impressive network of “wine industry friends” in Burgundy and has a vast knowledge of Burgundy and its wines. I think he can literally organize anything!
Tom
THE MARKETING EXPERT…as seen by Stephen
Tom is the factor 2.0 of Burgundy Unlimited! An MBA graduate from Rennes School of Business, he covers the “Business development” side of the company and in particular he brings a dynamic and youthful vision to our global strategy and is a smart thinker in terms of marketing & communication.
As with many of the younger generation, Tom is conscious of the need for a sustainable wine industry that is not just about the wines but includes all the actors including tourism and hospitality, which is our speciality.
Concerning wines, he has gained knowledge the hard way, by participating in the harvest for the last 3 years with a biodynamic winemaker friend and is constantly improving his knowledge and tasting abilities.
He has the makings of a great vintage too!
As with many of the younger generation, Tom is conscious of the need for a sustainable wine industry that is not just about the wines but includes all the actors including tourism and hospitality, which is our speciality.
Concerning wines, he has gained knowledge the hard way, by participating in the harvest for the last 3 years with a biodynamic winemaker friend and is constantly improving his knowledge and tasting abilities.
He has the makings of a great vintage too!
Jodi
THE TOURISM EXPERT…as described by many
Jodi is the international tourism expert in Burgundy Unlimited. Through her experience as a travel agency owner for over 20 years, she has curated unique experiences for her clients and taken them around the world to all 7 continents. Jodi strongly believes that travel well done becomes part of the story of your life and her story has chapters filled with beautiful places, unique people, amazing food, and breath-taking adventures.
Jodi has decided to devote much of her time, energy and experience to this new chapter in her life, promoting what she considers to be the exceptional and authentic French lifestyle.
Jodi has decided to devote much of her time, energy and experience to this new chapter in her life, promoting what she considers to be the exceptional and authentic French lifestyle.
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So, what can we curate for you ?
Please contact us so that we can organize your questions and create the perfet Burgundy experience for you…
If you would like to discover other premium wine regions in France, please contact our sister company: WineTime France
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