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Will the magic of the number 5 prove true again this year?
One thing’s for sure: the start of the season looks nothing like 2024 - and so far, everything is off to a promising start.
The pace in the vineyards has already been intense for two months. With alternating stormy rains and bright sunshine, the vines are growing vigorously - forcing winegrowers to carry out green work at a fast clip.
And flowering arrived early - very early! Budburst came in early April, right in line with the 31-year average, but mid-flowering was already observed on May 31, making it one of the five earliest vintages ever. In later-ripening areas, however, flowering progressed more slowly.
The very first flowers were seen as early as May 26. Summerlike temperatures during Ascension weekend (May 29-31) triggered a rapid bloom in the earliest sectors and helped get flowering started elsewhere. By mid-June, flowering had wrapped up in the Hautes Côtes and latest-developing sites.
It typically takes 95 to 100 days for flowers to become ripe grapes, ready to harvest… If all goes well, harvests for Crémant de Bourgogne could begin around August 20. Still wines would follow 8 to 10 days later, from late August to early September.
That said, a great deal remains to be done before then - notably protecting the vines from disease and helping them express their full potential.
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Wine Tourism in Bourgogne This Summer: From Cellar Doors to Wine Festivals
From tastings to live events, uncover the soul of Bourgogne in its villages, cellars, and Cités.
This summer, Bourgogne is alive with the rhythm of the vineyard. From Chablis to Mâcon, more than 250 estates, wine merchants, and cooperative cellars certified under the Vignobles & Découvertes label are welcoming visitors.
The fully digital Guide des Caves makes it easy to plan your visit, listing all practical information: opening hours, spoken languages, tasting formats, lodging options, environmental commitments, and more.
At the same time, wine festivals are filling the villages with life: concerts, theater, exhibitions, gourmet markets, vineyard walks, and open houses make up a festive, terroir-driven calendar.
To round out the experience or deepen your understanding, the Cités des Climats et vins de Bourgogne in Chablis, Beaune, and Mâcon offer a unique opportunity - for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts - to explore the distinct character of the Bourgogne vineyard.
With immersive, educational exhibits, the Cité also sheds light on the region’s celebratory traditions and the cultural importance of wine. A must-visit for everyone - even kids!
The Mois des Climats (Month of the Climats) is in full swing across the Côte-d’Or through July 3, with more than 80 events bringing to life the Climats of Bourgogne - just as they celebrate their 10th anniversary on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
A highlight of the season will take place on July 4 in Puligny-Montrachet: a festive, symbolic event titled “Les Gardiens des Climats” (“Guardians of the Climats”) will run from 4 p.m. to midnight with activities for the whole family.
Program highlights include:
- An official ceremony bringing together local stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment
- An artistic walk through the vineyards featuring 10 poetic encounters (music, dance, theater...)
- A gourmet village, with tastings of Climat wines and meetings with winegrowers
- A nighttime spectacle, blending fire, storytelling, and performance to awaken the “memory of the Climats”, followed by a public dance
All summer long, the Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne will offer a packed program focused on culture, knowledge-sharing, tasting, and regional engagement.
In Beaune, the 10th anniversary of the Climats’ inscription on the UNESCO World Heritage List will be celebrated over the weekend of July 5-6, featuring an exceptional tasting of Grands Crus, workshops, and guided tours. Temporary exhibitions, tasting sessions, and evening events will punctuate the season - including the “Night of the Stars” on August 16.
In Chablis and Mâcon, brunches, concerts, guided tours, talks, and family activities will also fill the summer calendar, all with a shared goal: to offer new ways of experiencing the richness of the Bourgogne vineyard.
Located at the northern gateway to the Côte de Beaune, the Ladoix appellation (Village AOC created in 1937) is produced exclusively in the village of Ladoix-Serrigny. It includes 11 Premier CruClimats, for both red and white wines.
The vineyard stretches between 230 and 325 meters in elevation. At the top of the slope, stony marl soils give rise to great white wines. Mid-slope, the reds thrive on brown limestone soils rich in flint, producing powerful wines.
Wine Profile
Reds show a bright garnet color with purplish highlights. The nose combines ripe red fruits (raspberry, candied cherry) with spicy notes, and sometimes hints of coffee or cocoa. On the palate, it’s round and velvety, with a firm but refined tannic structure.
Whites range in hue from pale straw to gold. The bouquet suggests acacia blossom, often with a buttery edge, alongside ripe apple, quince, or fig. On the palate, the wine is firm and lively, full-bodied, with a rich texture that balances its freshness. With age, it gains roundness and softness.
Food Pairings
Red Ladoix pairs well with tender meats such as rabbit or chicken, cured ham, game birds, and lightly spiced dishes. It also complements soft cheeses like Reblochon, Cîteaux, or Vacherin.
White Ladoix is well-suited to baked shellfish, spiced shrimp, exotic fish dishes, and goat cheeses.
Serving Temperatures
• Red: 15 to 16°C (59 to 61°F)
• White: 11 to 12°C (52 to 54°F)
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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