Burgundy: Grand Crus Wine Day Tour & 14 Tastings from Beaune

Summary

Grand Cru vineyards, village tastings & the pulse of Burgundy

You’ll follow Burgundy’s legendary Grand Crus Route from Beaune with a local guide who knows every story behind these vineyards. Taste 14 different wines across family domains and cellars, walk through villages like Nuits-Saint-Georges, stand inside Clos de Vougeot’s ancient halls, and share laughter over lunch. It’s not just tasting — it’s feeling Burgundy under your skin.

What’s the experience like?

How do you even begin to describe the first swirl of a Grand Cru in Burgundy? I kept glancing out the minivan window as we left Beaune — vines everywhere, like someone had painted the hills in neat green stripes. Our guide, Philippe, was already telling stories about monks and soil (terroir, he kept saying), but honestly I was distracted by the light — kind of gold and soft that morning. The first stop was a family-run domain in Beaune itself. The cellar was cool and smelled faintly of old barrels and something earthy. We tasted three wines before it was even noon; I tried to pace myself but failed by the second pour.

The drive along the Route des Grands Crus felt almost too pretty — villages like Nuits-Saint-Georges and Vosne-Romanée just appeared out of nowhere. Philippe pointed out Romanée-Conti (“the most expensive vineyard on earth,” he said, almost whispering), and we all got out for photos even though it started drizzling lightly. My shoes got muddy but I didn’t care; there’s something about seeing those tiny old vines up close that makes you forget about wet socks. Lunch was at this small place Philippe liked — not included, but worth every euro for the coq au vin (and yes, more wine). Li from our group tried to order in French and made everyone laugh, including the waitress.

Later we stopped at Château du Clos de Vougeot. The stone walls were cold to touch — centuries-old — and it echoed inside when Philippe explained how Cistercian monks used to make wine here. There was this moment when everyone went quiet looking out over the vineyards from an upstairs window; I still think about that view sometimes when I open a bottle at home. Last tastings were in Chambolle-Musigny at a little shop where my notes got messier with each glass (14 wines is ambitious). We ended up swapping stories with another couple from Lyon on the way back to Beaune, slightly tipsy and full of new favorite names I’ll probably mispronounce forever.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Wine tastings and scenic vineyard drive

• Tour and taste wine in Beaune
• Drive along Route des Grands Crus
• Stop at Chateau du Clos de Vougeot
• Tour and taste wine near Nuits-Saint-Georges
• Final wine tasting in Chambolle-Musigny

Top questions

How many wines are included in this Burgundy day tour?

This tour includes tastings of 14 different wines across several domains.

Does the Burgundy Grand Crus wine tour include lunch?

Lunch is not included but there is a stop at a local restaurant recommended by your guide.

Where does the day trip start?

The wine day tour starts in Beaune, which is considered the capital of Burgundy wines.

Is transport provided during the tour?

Yes, transport by air-conditioned minivan is included throughout the day trip.

Are visits to famous vineyards like Romanée-Conti or Clos de Vougeot part of this tour?

Yes, you will stop at Romanée-Conti vineyard for photos and visit Château du Clos de Vougeot.

What language is the tour conducted in?

The day tour operates only in English.

Is this wine tour suitable for children?

No, it is not recommended for children or people with walking problems.

What villages will we visit during this Burgundy wine day trip?

You’ll pass through or stop in villages such as Nuits-Saint-Georges and Chambolle-Musigny.

What’s included

Your day includes guided transport from Beaune in an air-conditioned minivan with a professional local guide leading stops at Clos de Vougeot and Romanée-Conti vineyard. You’ll enjoy tastings of 14 wines—covering Village, Premier Cru, and one Grand Cru appellation—plus time for lunch at a handpicked local restaurant before heading back to Beaune together.