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Abbaye de FontenayvsChateau du Clos de Vougeot
Clos de Vougeot and Abbaye de Fontenay are both highly recommended by professionals. On balance, Abbaye de Fontenay is preferred by most reviewers compared to Clos de Vougeot. Abbaye de Fontenay is ranked #1 in Burgundy with approval from 3 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.
Abbaye de Fontenay
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Marmagne, Montbard, 21500 Montbard
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Fodor's "The best-preserved of the Cistercian abbeys, the Abbaye de Fontenay was founded in 1118 by St. Bernard. " Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Fontenay Abbey offers a fascinating glimpse of the austere, serene surroundings in which Cistercian monks lived lives of contemplation and manual labour." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"An excellent example of a self-sufficient Cistercian monastery, the well-restored abbey of Fontenay set in a secluded green valley was consecrated in 1147." Full review
Chateau du Clos de Vougeot Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Clos de Vougeot, Vougeot
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Fodor's "It's best known as the seat of Burgundy's elite company of wine lovers, the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, who gather here in November at the start of an annual three-day festival." Full review
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There are regular photo exhibitions and concerts and an accompanied, 45-minute tour in English on request.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"A mandatory stop on your tour of Burgundy's vineyards, this magnificent wine-producing château (estate) provides a wonderful introduction to Burgundy's winemaking techniques." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Château du Clos de Vougeot can be seen from afar, rising in the middle of vineyards." Full review
