Breakfast is at La Terre D’Or as it will be each morning of your stay and it consists of typical French fare – croissants, cheese, coffee, fruit and other delights. Today’s events are an exploration of Beaune itself. The first visit of the day is Cite des Climats et Vins. This is a relatively new attraction that very clearly demonstrates the terroir of Burgundy and the influence it has on its wines.
Lunch today is at Le Conty a local bistro in Beaune known for its food in typical Burgundian style
After lunch is a guided tour of the l’Hôtel-Dieu, Beaune’s most iconic building, founded in 1443. With the passing of time, various donations of vineyards to the Hôtel-Dieu allowed it to become self-funding by virtue of the auction of the Hospices de Beaune, a yearly event. It became a community of carers, grouping with similar establishments in Pommard, Nolay, and Meursault and known as the “Hospices de Beaune”. Many donations of – farms, property, woods, works of art and of course vineyards were gifted to it, by grateful families and generous benefactors. It was receiving patients up until as recently as the 1970s.
After lunch you will be able to explore the centre of Beaune which is a stunningly beautiful place.
Finally, we return to La Terre D’Or, for some well-earned relaxation beside the pool and perhaps a glass of Crémant. Tonight we dine at Hostellerie de Levernois(*). This is a one star michelin restuarant associated with a golf course in the village of Levernois. Weather permitting dinner will be preceded by Champagne in the gardens.
Links to Attractions Visited
La Terre D’Or Five star accommodation
Cite des Climats et Vins
l’Hôtel-Dieu created by Nicolas Rolin, and his wife Guigone de Salins, who decided to create a hospital and refuge for the poor. (However, the locals tell a different story).
Le Conty, a local Beaune café.
Hostellerie de Levernois
