Experts' Choice Award Chateau du Clos de Vougeot
What the experts agree on
This iconic château dominates Burgundy's vineyard landscape and serves as the region's spiritual home for wine culture, hosting the prestigious Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin and offering insight into centuries of winemaking tradition.
“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.”
– Fodor's
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
Lonely Planet "Château du Clos du Vougeot is considered the birthplace of Burgundian wines. The 16th-century chateau and estate served as a getaway for wine-loving monks from nearby Abbaye de Cîteaux,..."
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Lonely Planet "To delve backstage – from the Middle Ages to the magnificent present day – reserve a date with Château du Clos de Vougeot. Touring the medieval vat house and presses, Cistercian cellar..."
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Lonely Planet "Highlights include epicurean Gevrey-Chambertin where nine of Burgundy's 32 grands crus wines hail; several iconic chateaux such as Château du Clos de Vougeot, Château Pommard and Château de Meursault"
