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Event overview
Overview
The Fête des Grands Vins de Bourgogne is a historic wine event, considered the oldest of its kind, taking place annually in Beaune. This year, the festival will feature 84 appellations of Burgundy wines, providing a unique opportunity for attendees to taste the latest vintages from local producers.
With over 7000 visitors expected, this event is a must for wine lovers and industry professionals alike. FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 takes place in Beaune, France.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and venue: 13-14 November 2026 at the Palais des Congrès in Beaune, Côte-d'Or, Burgundy - confirm hall allocation and opening hours on the organiser site before booking travel.
- 2Sector focus: a Burgundy wine tasting weekend staged with the Confédération des Appellations et des Vignerons de Bourgogne (CAVB), covering appellation Bourgogne wines from regional level through village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru, plus Crémant de Bourgogne and Aligoté.
- 3Format and access: tickets are sold through fetedesgrandsvins.fr and entry includes a tasting glass plus the chance to join tasting workshops, so the visit is built around glass-in-hand tasting rather than booth appointments alone.
- 4Who pours and who buys: independent growers, family domaines, négociants and cooperative cellars from across the Côte de Beaune, Côte de Nuits and the wider Bourgogne appellation area meet sommeliers, cavistes, importers, restaurateurs and wine-focused travellers.
- 5Getting there: Beaune is on the Paris Gare de Lyon to Dijon rail corridor with direct TGV services and TER connections from Dijon-Ville; the closest airports are Dijon-Bourgogne (DIJ) and Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS).
Why visit
Experience the rich diversity of Burgundy wines and engage directly with local winemakers. Dates and Venue: The 153rd Fête des Grands Vins de Bourgogne takes place on November 13-14, 2026, at Palais des Congrès in Beaune, France. Scale and Focus: This historic event showcases 84 appellations of Burgundy wines, attracting over 7000 visitors annually. Buyer Authority: Wine enthusiasts, sommeliers, and industry professionals gather to taste and discover Burgundy's finest wines.
Why exhibit
Gain visibility among thousands of wine enthusiasts and industry professionals. Scale and Focus: This historic event showcases 84 appellations of Burgundy wines, attracting over 7000 visitors annually. Buyer Authority: Wine enthusiasts, sommeliers, and industry professionals gather to taste and discover Burgundy's finest wines.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Sommeliers and head sommeliers from restaurants and wine bars comparing Burgundy appellation levels for list placement
Cavistes (specialist wine retailers) and online merchants sourcing village and Premier Cru bottlings for resale
Importers and distributors from Europe, Asia and North America building or refreshing a Burgundy portfolio
Restaurateurs and hotel beverage managers looking for by-the-glass and house-pour Burgundy options
Wine journalists, critics and broadcasters covering the November Burgundy tasting calendar
Burgundy growers and négociants attending as peers to taste widely across appellations in one room
Wine educators, MW and WSET students using the event as a structured tasting of the 2024 and 2025 vintages
Oenotourism visitors already in Beaune for the November wine weekend who want a broad introduction to Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits styles
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Family domaines from the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits pouring estate-bottled village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru wines
Grower domaines from the wider Bourgogne appellation area, including the Côte Chalonnaise, Mâconnais and Chablis
Négociant houses presenting blended and multi-appellation ranges alongside their estate holdings
Cooperative cellars representing groups of small growers who cannot bottle and market individually
Crémant de Bourgogne and Aligoté specialists targeting aperitif and by-the-glass listings
Wine trade service suppliers such as barrel makers, closures, labelling, logistics and export compliance providers
Regional food producers and pairing partners presenting Burgundy specialities alongside the wines
Appellation bodies and wine tourism offices promoting routes, cellar visits and regional events
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Regional Bourgogne AOC reds and whites, including Bourgogne Rouge, Bourgogne Blanc and Bourgogne Aligoté
Village appellation reds from the Côte de Nuits such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, Nuits-Saint-Georges and Vosne-Romanée
Village appellation reds from the Côte de Beaune such as Pommard, Volnay, Beaune, Savigny-lès-Beaune and Santenay
White village appellations including Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin
Premier Cru bottlings from named climats across both côtes
Grand Cru wines from classified vineyards such as Corton, Clos de Vougeot, Musigny and Montrachet, in limited volumes
Crémant de Bourgogne traditional-method sparkling wines, blanc and rosé
Mâconnais and Côte Chalonnaise wines, including Pouilly-Fuissé, Givry, Mercurey and Rully
Older and library vintages poured by domaines to show bottle age and vintage variation
Organic, biodynamic and low-intervention Burgundy bottlings from certified producers
Marc de Bourgogne and fine de Bourgogne spirits produced by grower-distillers
Accessories and packaging for buyers, including wooden cases, gift boxes and export-ready labelling
Location & Facilities
Venue
Palais des Congrès - Beaune
19 avenue Charles de Gaulle, 21200 Beaune, France
Facilities
Parking
Palais des Congrès - Beaune in Beaune typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Palais des Congrès - Beaune in Beaune typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Palais des Congrès - Beaune for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Event days & opening times
DayOpening hours
:9:30 AM – 7:00 PM daily
Who runs the show
Organisers
CAVB (Confédération des Appellations et des Vignerons de Bourgogne)
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Visitors: 7,000
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Beaune, France
Why it matters
Attending FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 on 2026-11-13 to 2026-11-14 in Beaune lets buyers and specifiers benchmark suppliers, see live demonstrations, and compress months of vendor meetings into one focused trade visit — worthwhile when your category roadmap aligns with the official exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Dijon-Bourgogne Airport
Closest airport but with a limited and seasonal flight schedule; confirm that a service actually operates on your dates before planning around it. Taxi or pre-booked transfer is the practical onward option
TBA
to venue
Approx. 40-50 minutes by road to Beaune
by car
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
The main international gateway for the region and the usual choice for long-haul and European arrivals. Connect by TGV from Lyon Part-Dieu to Beaune, or take a pre-booked transfer
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours by road
by car
Geneva Airport
Practical for travellers arriving from Switzerland or on long-haul routings that connect through Geneva. Crosses into France by road; allow time for border checks and hire-car formalities
TBA
to venue
Approx. 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes by road
by car
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Best choice if you want the widest long-haul schedule. Take the RER or a taxi to Gare de Lyon and continue by TGV towards Beaune or Dijon-Ville
TBA
to venue
Approx. 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes by road; about 2 hours by TGV to Beaune, plus the airport-to-station transfer
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel Le Cep
Luxury, historic town house
Beaune historic centreApprox. 5-10 minutes on foot to the Palais des Congrès to venueLong-established luxury address in the old town, convenient for both the venue and the Hospices de Beaune. Peak wine weekends carry minimum-stay conditions, so confirm terms at booking.
Hostellerie Le Cedre
Luxury, Relais and Chateaux style house with gardens
Beaune, near the rampartsApprox. 10-15 minutes on foot to the Palais des Congrès to venueQuiet house with grounds and parking, useful if you arrive by car. Book early for November weekends and ask about restaurant opening days.
Hotel de la Poste
Four-star, central independent
Beaune town centreApprox. 5-10 minutes on foot to the Palais des Congrès to venueCentral position that makes the venue, restaurants and the station walkable. Check whether a minimum stay applies over the wine weekend.
Mercure Beaune Centre
Mid-range international chain
Beaune centre, close to the ring roadApprox. 10-15 minutes on foot to the Palais des Congrès to venueReliable mid-range option with on-site parking and consistent English-speaking reception, which helps for late arrivals. Rates climb sharply on wine weekends.
Ibis Beaune Centre
Budget to mid-range chain
Beaune centreApprox. 10 minutes on foot to the Palais des Congrès to venuePractical base for a two-day tasting where the room is mainly for sleeping. Ask for a quieter room away from the street and book well ahead.
Novotel Beaune
Mid-range chain, motorway access
Northern edge of BeauneApprox. 25-30 minutes on foot, or a short taxi or bus ride to venueConvenient for drivers arriving from the A6 and has parking on site, but it is not a walkable town-centre base for evening tastings.
Budget chain hotels on the Beaune approach roads
Budget
Beaune periphery, retail and motorway zonesApprox. 10 minutes by car or bus to the town centre to venueThe cheapest fallback when the centre is full. Confirm that a bus service runs in the evening and budget for taxis if you plan to drink.
Dijon or Chagny as an overflow base
Mixed, from budget to four-star
Dijon city centre or Chagny village, connected by railApprox. 20-25 minutes by train to Beaune, plus a walk to the venue to venueSensible when Beaune is sold out: frequent TER trains link Dijon and Chagny to Beaune, but check the last return service before booking a late dinner.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
On foot
Estimated costEUR 0
Best forBeaune town centre to the Palais des Congrès
Beaune's historic centre is compact and flat enough to walk between hotels, the venue, restaurants and the Hospices de Beaune in 5-20 minutes. This is the default way to move during the event.
City bus
Estimated costApprox. EUR 1.50-2.00 per single journey
Best forBeaune agglomeration bus network, town centre and peripheral districts
Local buses cover the town and nearby communes but run with reduced frequency in the evening. Buy on board or from a ticket machine; confirm live fares and timetables locally.
Regional train (TER)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 8.50-12.00 one way, second class
Best forDijon-Ville to Gare de Beaune
Journey time is roughly 20-25 minutes with frequent departures. Gare de Beaune is a short walk or taxi ride from the town centre and the venue.
High-speed train (TGV)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 45-95 one way, second class, depending on how far ahead you book
Best forParis Gare de Lyon to Gare de Beaune
Direct services take around two hours. Friday afternoon and Sunday evening trains on wine weekends sell out early, so book as soon as your dates are fixed.
Airport rail connection
Estimated costApprox. EUR 16.30 for the airport express, plus Approx. EUR 20-35 for the onward rail leg
Best forLyon-Saint Exupéry to Lyon Part-Dieu, then TER or TGV to Beaune
There is no direct scheduled coach from Lyon airport to Beaune. Allow at least 45 minutes between the airport express and your onward train, and more if you are checking luggage.
Taxi, short hop in town
Estimated costApprox. EUR 10-18 per journey
Best forAnywhere in central Beaune, for example station to hotel or hotel to restaurant
Supply is limited, especially late at night on wine weekends. Ask your hotel to book ahead rather than relying on hailing a cab in the street.
Taxi or private transfer from Dijon-Bourgogne Airport
Estimated costApprox. EUR 70-110 per vehicle
Best forDijon-Bourgogne Airport (DIJ) to Beaune
Book in advance; the airport is small and taxis are not always waiting. Shared transfers can reduce the cost if your arrival matches other travellers.
Taxi or private transfer from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport
Estimated costApprox. EUR 180-260 per vehicle
Best forLyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) to Beaune
The fastest door-to-door option from Lyon but expensive for a single traveller. Compare against the airport express plus TGV combination before booking.
Weather
Beaune in mid-November is late autumn, not winter: expect cold mornings, damp days and early dusk. Typical daytime highs sit around 9-12 C, night temperatures fall to roughly 3-5 C, and frost is possible but not the norm in the town itself. Rain falls on a fair number of days, often as light drizzle rather than heavy storms, and the vineyards around the town can be muddy after wet weather. Daylight is short, with sunset before 17:15, so plan cellar visits and any drive out to the villages for the morning. Dress in layers with a waterproof outer coat and shoes that cope with cobbles and wet cellar floors. These are climatological bands, not a forecast: check a local forecast in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
EU roaming may apply for EU SIMs; local prepaid SIM and eSIM options are widely available - confirm venue Wi‑Fi with the organiser.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Tasting room etiquette in Burgundy
Producers expect you to taste, comment briefly and then move on if the table is busy. Ask before pouring your own refill, use the spittoon rather than the floor or a drain in a historic cellar, and never help yourself to a bottle that is not being poured. A short, specific question about soils, climat or élevage is welcomed; a general request to taste everything is not.
Buying and allocations
Burgundy volumes are small and many wines are allocated before they are bottled. Asking for a case of Grand Cru at the table will usually get a polite no, while a serious enquiry about village or Premier Cru wines with clear volumes, price expectations and shipping arrangements will be taken seriously. Bring business cards and be ready to state your market and channel.
Language
The event is in French, and tasting notes, price lists and technical sheets may be French-only. Most growers in Beaune can handle basic English buying conversations, but a few words of French go a long way: bonjour on arrival, merci on leaving, and s'il vous plait when asking for a spittoon or a refill. Do not assume English will be spoken in smaller cellar doors outside the town.
Meal times and restaurant rhythm
Burgundy restaurants run on fixed lunch and dinner services, roughly 12:00-14:00 and 19:00-21:30, and many close one or two days a week. On event weekends tables are fully booked, so reserve ahead and avoid turning up at 13:30 expecting a full menu. A long lunch is normal and will not be rushed.
Tipping and payment
Service is included by law in French restaurant and bar bills, so tipping is a rounding-up gesture rather than an obligation. Cards are widely accepted in Beaune, but small domaines and market stalls may prefer cash or a bank transfer for bottle purchases; ask before assuming you can pay by card at the table.
Respect for the vineyards and cellars
November is a quiet point in the vineyard year, with pruning underway and muddy tracks. Do not walk into unfenced rows without asking, keep to the paths, and remember that many of the climats around Beaune are protected UNESCO-listed parcels. In cellars, watch for low beams, slippery floors and barrels that must not be moved.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Compare flights to the nearest international gateway serving Beaune; confirm ground transport on the organiser site.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Dijon-Bourgogne Airport: Approx. 40-50 minutes by road to Beaune; Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport: Approx. 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours by road; Geneva Airport: Approx. 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes by road; Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Approx. 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 45 minutes by road; about 2 hours by TGV to Beaune, plus the airport-to-station transfer. Allow road or rail time to Palais des Congrès - Beaune; on-site parking is usually available at major exhib
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Palais des Congrès - Beaune: Beaune historic centre: Hotel Le Cep; Beaune, near the ramparts: Hostellerie Le Cedre; Beaune town centre: Hotel de la Poste.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Beaune; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Beaune has no metro, tram or suburban rail network inside the town: the historic centre, the Palais des Congrès and the Hospices de Beaune are all walkable, and walking is how most visitors move during a wine weekend. The rail backbone is Gare de Beaune, served by direct TGV services from Paris Gare de Lyon in around two hours and by frequent TER regional trains from Dijon-Ville in roughly 20-25 minutes; the station is a short walk or taxi ride from the centre. Local buses run across the Beaune agglomeration on daytime routes with reduced evening frequency, and single fares are modest, so check the current timetable at your hotel or the town's transport information point rather than assuming a late service. From Lyon-Saint Exupéry, there is no direct scheduled coach to Beaune: take the airport express to Lyon Part-Dieu and connect by TGV or TER via Dijon or Chalon-sur-Saône. For late-evening returns from tastings, book a taxi in advance, because the rank supply in a town of this size is limited on peak weekends.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Palais des Congrès - Beaune; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: November 2026
Temperature: Mid-November in Beaune typically runs from about 3-5 C at night to 9-12 C in the afternoon, with occasional colder snaps and morning frost possible in the surrounding vineyards. These are climatological bands rather than a forecast; check a local forecast in the week before travel and pack a warm mid-layer plus a waterproof outer coat.
Seasonality: November is one of the wetter months in Burgundy, with rain or drizzle on a fair share of days and often grey, still conditions in between. Total monthly rainfall is typically in the region of 80-100 mm, spread across many light rain days rather than a few storms. Daylight is short, with sunset before 17:15 by mid-November, so plan any vineyard or village excursion for the morning. Expect damp, muddy tracks in the vineyards and cobbles that stay wet in the old town; bring shoes with grip and a compact umbrella.
Packing: November 2026
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Confirm your ticket type and day allocation
T-2
Lock in rail or flight timings
T-3
Confirm the hotel and late-arrival policy
T-4
Build a target list of appellations
T-5
Prepare trade credentials
T-6
Sort out currency and payment
T-7
Check the weather and pack accordingly
T-8
Plan transport inside Beaune
T-9
Reserve meals around tasting sessions
T-10
Prepare your tasting kit
T-11
Arrive early and work the room by appellation
T-12
Send follow-ups within 48 hours
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Palais des Congrès - Beaune
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 registration concourse
Palais des Congrès - Beaune
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Palais des Congrès - Beaune
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
What is your primary role?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus aligns with the official product themes.
Best for
Buyers, researchers, and delegates evaluating the programme and networking value.
Min. budget
$400.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration and travel.
Risks
Limited session times published - confirm agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a clear lead-generation or launch goal for this market.
Best for
Suppliers and brands seeking qualified meetings with the event audience.
Min. budget
$2,500.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, and marketing prep.
Risks
Booth pricing not published in captured sources - confirm with organiser.
skip
Programme, audience, or commercial goals do not match your plan.
Best for
Teams whose category or region fit is weak this edition.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
No major risks listed.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
When and where is the Fête des Grands Vins in 2026?
The event is scheduled for 13-14 November 2026 in Beaune, Burgundy, at the Palais des Congrès. Beaune is in the Côte-d'Or department, roughly 45 km south of Dijon. Check fetedesgrandsvins.fr for the final hall opening times, since tasting sessions often close earlier than the building itself.
Who organises the tasting and how do I get tickets?
The event is staged with the Confédération des Appellations et des Vignerons de Bourgogne (CAVB), the regional body representing Burgundy appellation growers. Tickets are sold through the organiser's website at fetedesgrandsvins.fr; buy in advance, because November tasting weekends in Beaune regularly sell out and door capacity is limited.
What does a ticket include?
Entry grants access for one or two days depending on the ticket bought, includes a tasting glass and covers participation in the tasting workshops scheduled alongside the main walk-around. Food, transport and any bottle purchases are separate; confirm the exact inclusions on the ticket page before paying.
Is the event open to the public or trade only?
The current ticketing model is a paid public entry with a tasting glass, which means private wine lovers and vineyard tourists attend alongside trade. If you are buying for a shop or restaurant, register with your business details at the desk and ask producers for technical sheets and price lists rather than relying on the consumer ticket alone.
Which wines will actually be poured?
Expect Burgundy appellation wines across the hierarchy: regional Bourgogne, village appellations from the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru and a smaller number of Grand Cru wines, plus Crémant de Bourgogne and Bourgogne Aligoté. The exact list depends on which domaines and négociants take a table in 2026.
What is the nearest airport to Beaune?
Dijon-Bourgogne Airport (DIJ) is the closest, about 45 km from Beaune, but it has a limited flight schedule. Most visitors fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS), roughly 160 km away, or Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and continue by TGV; Geneva (GVA) is also used by travellers coming from Switzerland.
How do I get from Paris or Lyon to Beaune by train?
Beaune has its own station, Gare de Beaune, on the Paris Gare de Lyon to Dijon line, with direct TGV services from Paris in around two hours and frequent TER regional trains from Dijon-Ville in roughly 20-25 minutes. From Lyon, take a TGV or TER to Dijon or Chalon-sur-Saône and connect to Beaune; book seats early for November weekends.
Do I need a car during the event?
Not for the event itself: the Palais des Congrès, the town centre hotels and the Hospices de Beaune are all within walking distance, and Beaune has no metro or tram. A car is only useful if you plan to add cellar visits in the surrounding villages such as Pommard, Meursault or Gevrey-Chambertin before or after the tasting.
Is parking available in Beaune?
Beaune has several paid public car parks around the town centre and near the ring road, with hourly and daily rates, and street parking is time-limited. Rates and availability change, so check the current tariff boards or the town's parking information before driving in on the Saturday.
Can I buy wine at the show and ship it home?
Many producers sell bottles or take orders at the table, and case orders are usually dispatched after the event rather than carried out the same day. For buyers outside the EU, ask about export documentation, duty and the producer's shipping terms, and check your own country's import allowance before ordering.
What should I wear and how should I plan the tasting?
November in Beaune is cold and often damp, so bring a warm layer for the walk between hotels and the venue, and dark, comfortable clothing for tasting. Spit rather than swallow if you are working through dozens of wines, eat at the start, carry water, and take notes on appellation, vintage and producer rather than trying to remember labels.
Where should I stay for the weekend?
Beaune's room stock is small and November wine weekends are peak demand, so book a town-centre hotel as soon as dates are confirmed. Mid-range chains sit within walking distance of the Palais des Congrès, while luxury options such as the town's Relais and Chateaux houses need booking months ahead; staying in Dijon or Chagny and taking the train is the fallback.
Glossary
- Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC)
- The French protected-origin label that fixes where a wine may be grown, which grape varieties may be used and minimum production rules. In Burgundy the AOC system runs from regional Bourgogne up through village, Premier Cru and Grand Cru, and it is the first thing to read on any label at the tasting.
- Climat
- A precisely delimited Burgundy vineyard parcel with its own name, soil and microclimate, recognised by the UNESCO World Heritage listing of the climats of Burgundy. Clos and lieux-dits are named examples.
- Village appellation
- A wine labelled with a commune name such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Meursault, Pommard or Volnay, made from grapes grown inside that commune's delimited area.
- Premier Cru (1er Cru)
- A wine from a named vineyard parcel classified as Premier Cru within a village appellation; the vineyard name usually appears next to the village name on the label.
- Grand Cru
- The top tier of the Burgundy hierarchy, with a small number of vineyard names such as Chambertin, Musigny, Romanée-Conti, Corton and Montrachet. The vineyard name stands alone on the label, without the village name.
- Domaine
- An estate that grows its own grapes and makes wine from them, as opposed to a house that buys grapes or wine. A domaine may be a single family holding of a few rows or several dozen hectares.
- Négociant
- A wine merchant house that buys grapes, must or finished wine from growers and raises it under its own label, sometimes alongside estate holdings.
- Élevage
- The maturation period after fermentation, covering barrel ageing, lees contact, racking and blending decisions before bottling.
- Millésime (vintage)
- The harvest year printed on the label. Burgundy vintages vary sharply by year, and producers frequently pour a young vintage beside an older one to show the difference.
- Crémant de Bourgogne
- The traditional-method sparkling AOC of Burgundy, made mainly from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay and Aligoté, produced in the same region as the still wines.
- Aligoté
- A white grape native to Burgundy producing fresh, high-acid wines; Bourgogne Aligoté is its regional appellation, and a handful of named village versions exist.
- Marc and fine de Bourgogne
- Spirits distilled from grape pomace (marc) or from wine (fine) in Burgundy, usually aged in oak and sold in small volumes.
- Caveau
- A Burgundy tasting cellar or wine shop, often run by a grower cooperative or merchant, where wines are sold directly by the bottle or case.
- Palais des Congrès (Beaune)
- Beaune's congress and exhibition building in the town centre, used for ticketed tastings, workshops and trade gatherings during wine weekends.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- FÊTE DES GRANDS VINS DE BOURGOGNE 2026 Beaune 2026
- DES GRANDS VINS DE 2026
- DES GRANDS VINS DE Beaune 2026
- BOURGOGNE Beaune 2026
- DES 2026
- DES Beaune 2026
- GRANDS 2026
- GRANDS Beaune 2026
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