Bourgogne Wines are eagerly looking forward to welcoming you to Wine Paris 2025!
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) is making its grand return to the Wine Paris trade show from February 10 to 12, 2025! Featuring an immersive stand (No. C095 - Hall 7.3 in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Pavilion), it will offer a unique dive into the world of Bourgogne, with a diverse and engaging program combining discovery, interaction, and tastings.
Three flagship areas feature prominently in this year's edition: - The Conference Space: Offering dynamic content such as immersive videos, 10-minute flash training sessions, and technical presentations on key projects like Objectif climat and its platform Wine Pilot.
A daily fun activity centered on Bourgogne wines will allow visitors to test their knowledge, with the top scorer each day winning a bottle of wine. - The Bourgogne Bar: Showcasing 32 different wines from the BIVB’s Cave de Prestige, organized into four themes: Mâcon and Bourgogne plus a geographical denomination, Crémant de Bourgogne, and lesser-known Village AOCs. Guided and assisted tastings will immerse participants in the excellence of Bourgogne wines. - The Interactive "Explore Bourgogne Maps" Space: Accessible via a touchscreen kiosk, this innovative tool reveals the production areas of Bourgogne's 84 appellations, also available on www.bourgogne-maps.fr. Both fun and educational, it will guide visitors in exploring the appellations and the geographical nuances of the wines being tasted.
A unique opportunity to showcase the dynamism and agility of the Bourgogne wine industry in addressing today's challenges, while highlighting the exceptional value and enjoyment offered by its wines.
Visit us at stand C095, Hall 7.3 for an immersive and enriching experience.
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB), along with the region's winegrowers and wine merchants, wishes you an exceptional 2025 -dedicated to lightness and sustainability!
This year, our ecological commitment deepens with an ambitious goal: achieving carbon neutrality by 2035. One of the key initiatives is reducing bottle weight, a significant lever for change. With support from the BIVB, the entire industry is working to lower the average weight of Bourgogne wine bottles from 559 g to under 400 g, without compromising wine quality.
By increasing the use of recycled glass, this transition significantly reduces the carbon footprint of production while maintaining the hallmark excellence of Bourgogne wines.
In 2025, we will celebrate the Climats of the Bourgogne vineyard, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, with a grand series of events.
Over 30 events will bring the villages, towns, vineyards, and iconic monuments of the region to life, honoring the richness of these terroirs and the unique history of this exceptional wine-growing area.
Discover the program (in French only) for this exceptional year, offering a wide range of shows, walks, unusual visits, artistic encounters, and tastings. These events will allow everyone to discover the Climats from a new perspective and celebrate this exceptional heritage.
Historic partners such as the Hospices de Beaune, the Château du Clos de Vougeot, and the cultural venue La Karrière will be part of the celebration, alongside players from the community, wine, and sports world.
This will be a year brimming with discoveries and unforgettable moments for wine and culture enthusiasts alike. For more details on upcoming events, visit the program for the 10th anniversary of the Climats' UNESCO listing, and follow the Instagram account of the Association des Climats du vignoble de Bourgogne to stay updated on the must-see highlights.
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This weekend, celebrate Saint-Vincent in Ladoix-Serrigny
The Saint-Vincent Tournante de Bourgogne 2025 takes place in Ladoix on January 25 & 26. Time to enjoy these lesser-known wines!
The 81st edition of the Saint-Vincent Tournante will take place in the charming village of Ladoix-Serrigny, nestled at the foot of the renowned Corton hill. Over two festive days, visitors can enjoy vibrant celebrations, engage with winegrowers, and savor exceptional wines from this iconic terroir.
Starting Saturday morning, the traditional parade of the Mutual Aid Societies and the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin will open the festivities, followed by the opening of the tasting cellars at 11 am.
A lively mix of performances, interactive workshops, and social gatherings will set the pace for the weekend.
Saturday night, the prestigious gala dinner orchestrated by Emmanuel Renaut, a three-star Michelin chef, will definitely be one of the highlights.
On Sunday, tasting sessions will continue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring a selection of 10 cuvées, including seven produced jointly by the Ladoix winegrowers.
Notice to the Press: Credentials Required!
If you wish to cover the event and be at the heart of the action on the day, it is essential to notify the Communication Commission in advance. Please provide the full names of each participant for both days to obtain the necessary passes, granting access to the press parking area, shuttles, and the general Fan Zone.
A new webinar to discover the Bouzeron appellation
On March 19, join the live webinar Rendez-vous avec les vins de Bourgogne will be focusing on this AOC, the only one Village in Bourgogne dedicated to Aligoté!
Granted Village-level AOC status in 1997, Bouzeron pays tribute to the grape variety that defines its identity: Aligoté. This emblematic grape thrives beautifully in Bourgogne and forms the very foundation of Bourgogne Aligoté. In Bouzeron, he found the best places to express all its potential in a Village AOC.
Join us for our upcoming webinar to delve into the fascinating history and unique features of Bouzeron, a still underappreciated appellation, which truly deserves your attention and curiosity.
What to Expect in the Webinar - Part 1: Led by Master of Wine Robin Kick, this session will highlight key aspects of the appellation through reports and interviews with local winemakers. - Part 2: Offers a guided tasting of several wines.
Two Ways to Participate and Engage
You’ll have the chance to ask questions via live chat to the host and winegrowers: - Join an in-person group with one of our Official Bourgogne Wine Trainers. Contact them directly to register (list available here) - Join a remote session by ordering your Vinottes now to taste along with the producers.
Save the Date: March 19
In French: 4:00 p.m.
In English: 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., and 7:00 p.m. (Paris time)
Register and join us at: www.rendez-vous-vins-bourgogne.live
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Chablis invites you to join in its own Saint-Vincent Tournante celebrations
Experience an exceptional celebration of these emblematic Bourgogne white wines, held in Fontenay-près-Chablis!
The Saint-Vincent Tournante of Chablis returns for its 54th edition on February 1st and 2nd, in the charming village of Fontenay-près-Chablis.
A not-to-be-missed event celebrating the wines and winemaking expertise of this emblematic Bourgogne region, where you can discover the treasures of the Chablis region and enjoy a convivial occasion.
Highlights for Visitors: - Tasting Trail: A specially designed route to explore the diverse cuvées of the Chablis region. - Festive Activities: Including parades, musical performances, and exhibitions showcasing local history and craftsmanship. - Welcoming Atmosphere: A convivial and authentic setting where wine enthusiasts and professionals gather to celebrate the wines of Chablis.
On mid-January, the Chablis Office and the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) organized the 39th Chablis Wine Competition, chaired by Marie Wodecki, Best Young Sommelier of France 2023.
The 72 jury members evaluated 289 samples: The 2023 vintage for the Petit Chablis, Chablis, and Chablis Premier Cru appellations, and the 2022 vintage for the Chablis Grand Cru AOC.
After a rigorous selection process, 19 medals were awarded. This prestigious competition upholds strict tasting criteria: the wines are judged in two stages.
The samples with the highest scores in the first round, which involves all the tasters (journalists, restaurateurs, sommeliers, brokers, oenologists, winegrowers, or knowledgeable enthusiasts), then face a Super Jury, the only body authorized to award the medals.
Bourgogne Wines invite their markets to look beyond preconceptions
The Bourgogne wine industry is unveiling its latest export initiative for 2025, aptly titled Take a Closer Look. This campaign invites media and professionals worldwide to look beyond the myth of Bourgogne and its iconic appellations and wine estates.
Over the past two decades, the quality of Bourgogne wines has improved across the board, from Régionale to Grand Cru AOCs. However, fluctuating harvest volumes have impacted prices, particularly for the rarest wines.
In response, the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) aims to shine a brighter spotlight on the diversity of its appellations, emphasizing lesser-known wines with strong potential and availability. The goal is to meet consumer demand for more accessible wines that still reflect the rich history and expertise of Bourgogne.
The campaign kicks off with press and influencer workshops in South Korea (February 24–25), Australia (February 27), and Brazil (May 13 and 15). At each event, journalists and influencers will be invited to: - Explore the diversity of Bourgogne through the lens of Chablis. While Chablis may appear straightforward—one color, one grape variety, and exclusively dry white wines — this simplicity belies a wealth of nuances. From Petit Chablis to Chablis Grand Cru, the wines span 20 villages with diverse terroirs and exposures. - Discover lesser-known, more accessible appellations that still embody the quality and distinctive character of Bourgogne wines. These include Bourgogne and Mâcon plus a geographical denomination (aka Bourgogne+ and Mâcon+) offering an introduction to the concept of terroir, as well as less famous Village appellations that have long been overshadowed by their celebrated neighbors (e.g., Auxey-Duresses next to Meursault).
Following these initial actions, extensive training sessions for professionals will take place in these countries, as well as in key markets like the United States, Canada, and Japan.
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Winegrowers & Maisons: Thierry Bellicaud takes the helm at Maison Jean Loron
After a decade at the helm of Maison Jean Loron, Philippe Bardet officially hands over the reins to Thierry Bellicaud, a passionate advocate for Mâconnais wines. Deeply rooted in tradition, Thierry is set to continue the company's legacy while opening a new chapter for the region.
His commitment will strengthen the viticultural excellence of Domaines Auvigue (Mâconnais) and Domaines Loron (Beaujolais), a value embraced by the entire team.
Previously, Thierry led Domaine Laroche in Chablis for 14 years, and has managed Maison Champy in Beaune since 2017.
Some key figures for Maison Jean Loron:
- 1711: The company was established
- 220 hectares under cultivation (Domaines Loron and Auvigue)
- 5 Premier Crus in Pouilly-Fuissé
Bourgogne vs. Burgundy: to re-affirm their identity, the region and the producers are reverting back to the original French iteration of the name, Bourgogne.
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