Returning from A Pilgrimage to Burgundy |
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Last month, with an intimate group of wine lovers, we made a Pilgrimage to Burgundy. Our journey began in the Jura at Neal's chambres d'hôtes, La Closerie les Capucines. Nestled in the center of Arbois, we call this place “The House that Wine Built.” Michelin-starred chef and our dear friend Jean Paul Jeunet cooked for us in the house, joined by local vignerons. We hiked through the woods with Mickael Overnoy Crinquand, one of the only remaining winemakers who also raises cows and makes cheese, and of course, we tasted his wines. In Burgundy we had a fascinating master class in terroir with expert geologist Françoise Vannier and tasted in cellars along the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune including those of Georges Lignier in Morey-Saint-Denis and Henri & Gilles Buisson in Saint Romain. |
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We continued south into the Beaujolais where we walked the vineyards and hiked the Roche de Solutré with local experts and vignerons enjoying the views and beautiful fall colors. Of course we spent time lingering around tables from bistros to gastronomic restaurants, enjoying bottles from these regions with invited winemakers as our guests. |
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Our journey concluded in the gastronomic capital of Lyon with a gourmet tour of the food stalls at the famous Paul Bocuse market and visits in Old Lyon to the storied silk workshops. |
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All photos taken by the talented Heather Black who joined us on this special journey. |
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Interested in a trip to the Jura & Burgundy? |
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Spaces are available for 2022 trips. Please be in touch for details. |
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Chef Nomade Chiara Pavan & Francesco Brutto: December 10-12 |
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