Which way to Auxerre…?
In the picturesque Auxerre region of Burgundy lies a hidden marvel that beckons wine enthusiasts seeking a truly fascinating experience. Les Caves Bailly Lapierre, situated above the charming town of St-Bris-le-Vineux, crafts its exceptional sparkling wines in an extraordinary subterranean setting—an ancient quarry that imparts unique natural conditions to the winemaking process.
Established in 1972, Les Caves Bailly Lapierre is a collaborative effort of 71 dedicated winegrowers who proudly showcase their specialty, Crémant de Bourgogne, along with a selection of other wines. The heart of this winemaking haven lies deep within the stone, where the historic wine caves cradle the creation of their renown crémants.
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Domaine Jean-Marc Brocard.
If you are at all familiar with Chablis, you’ve more than likely heard the name Jean-Marc Brocard. The largest winery in the region, Brocard produces wines of finesse, elegance and precision that have become the reference point for many a wine enthusiast around the world.
However, as the generational torch passes from the conventional Jean-Marc to his progressive son, Julien, an evolution in winemaking styles has emerged, revealing the dichotomy between tradition and innovation.
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Into the cellars at Domaine Bersan…
Sitting along the banks of the river Yonne in the core of the Auxerrois region, Saint-Bris-le-Vineux is a charming village crafted from ancient stones. Beneath its surface lie remarkable medieval cellars that sprawl across 3.5 hectares, reaching a depth of 60 meters underground—truly exceptional examples within the region of Burgundy.
We were lucky enough to visit Domaine Bersan, where the family has been making wine there since the mid fifteenth century, and they have the cellar to prove it.
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Tasting with Olivier in Savary’s cellar.
Whenever we visit a wine region for the first time, our plans always include time for places recommended by locals or wine friends with similar palates. As we prepared for our first visit to Chablis, a very trusted source recommended Domaine Famille Savary. Having never tasted their wines and knowing very little about them, we were both curious and hopeful for a new discovery that we could enthusiastically endorse. Meeting and tasting with Olivier Savary was an experience that definitely met our high expectations thanks to high-quality wines at remarkably fair prices.
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Olivier LeFlaive’s hotel & restaurants entrance.
Burgundy is renowned for producing among the best wines in the world, and Olivier Laflaive is a name that has become synonymous with both quality wine and fine dining. The Laflaive family has been producing wine in Burgundy since the 18th century, and today, Olivier Laflaive continues the family tradition with his eponymous winery and restaurant in the heart of the region.
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