Tastings this summer 2025
Tastings & wine tours
Immerse yourself in the heart of Burgundy this summer with Sensation Vin!
Summer in Burgundy is more than just sunshine; it's an incomparable light that enhances the vineyards, making them more majestic than ever. What if you took advantage of this magical season to finally master the art of wine tasting? At Sensation Vin, we invite you to enjoy an unforgettable experience in the heart of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy!The vineyard awakens: an open-air spectacle!
From early summer, the Burgundy vineyard is a living theater! With flowering complete, you'll witness the delicate formation of chardonnay and pinot noir grape clusters, ready to ripen. You'll also see tractors performing "rognage," a crucial step for vine balance. By August, the clusters will be fully formed, and the grapes' ripeness will be at its peak, promising exceptional harvests. Then, in early September, the excitement will be at its highest: it's harvest time! A continuous ballet of harvesters, tractors, and trailers will enliven the vineyards and wineries, giving birth to the 2025 vintage. It's a fascinating period you won't want to miss!Wine tasting classes for all tastes, in the heart of Beaune
Each day, our sessions are designed to awaken your senses:- 10:00 AM: Wine Tasting Experience. A comprehensive 3-hour overview of Burgundy wines and tasting methodology, featuring aroma and flavor exercises, and highlighted by a blind tasting of 10 wines.
- 11:00 AM: The Essentials. Introduction to Burgundy wines, illustrated by a tasting of 8 emblematic wines, you'll develop a refined palate, able to comment on and appreciate all wines, whether from France or beyond.
- 4:00 PM: Grand Cru Experience. Dive deep into the heart of Burgundy's elite wines: the 33 Grand Crus that captivate the world. These are rare and expensive wines you might not have thought you'd ever get close to. Now, taste 10 of them.
- 5:00 PM: Pure Tasting. In the late afternoon, embark on a sensory journey from north to south of Burgundy. After a brief introduction to the specific characteristics of Burgundy wines, you'll explore the most prestigious appellations through an in-depth tasting of 10 different wines. An unforgettable experience for enlightened enthusiasts!
A historic setting and centuries-old cellars
Imagine: our two tasting rooms are nestled in a superb 18th-century mansion, built on 14th-century cellars, right in the historic heart of Beaune. This is where over 550 different wines rest, ready to satisfy all your curiosities! Looking for a themed tasting? We are here to make your desires a reality or inspire you with our custom programs for private tastings.Venture into the vineyards with our unique wine tours!
Summer is the perfect season to explore the Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune. Our two unique wine tours, "From Corton to Montrachet" and "From Corton to Chambertin," are true mobile tasting classes. Aboard our all-terrain Jeep Wrangler, we'll take you off the beaten path, to the top of the hills, for breathtaking panoramic views of the vineyards and prestigious villages.Imagine...
- Tasting a Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru facing its 12th-century château.
- Touching the chardonnay vines while tasting a Corton Charlemagne Grand Cru.
- Savoring a Clos des Lambrays Grand Cru while admiring the villages of Morey-Saint-Denis, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Chambolle-Musigny.
- Contemplating the village of Meursault from the heights of the neighboring village of Monthélie.
Beaune: the gateway to wine excellence
With 20,000 inhabitants, Beaune has been the undisputed capital of Burgundy wines for centuries. Ideally located just 3 hours from Paris, 1.5 hours from Lyon, 2 hours from Geneva, and 30 minutes south of Dijon, it is perfectly served by multiple highways and railway lines.So, are you ready to experience Sensation Vin this summer? Which Burgundy wines are you most excited to discover first?