Chardonnay Masterclass - Wine tasting in Dijon

About this tour

A 45-minute tasting workshop in central Dijon unpacks the fundamentals of Burgundy wine appreciation. Led by a certified instructor, you'll work through four wines spanning village to Grand Cru classifications, learning how to evaluate wine technically, interpret Burgundy labels, and understand the region's UNESCO-listed Climats terroirs. The session demystifies what separates Burgundy's appellations and gives you a framework for tasting like someone who actually knows their way around a glass.

Highlights

• Technical tasting methods from a professional sommelier
• Four Burgundy wines, village to Grand Cru tier
• UNESCO Climats terroirs explained and explored
• Burgundy label reading and classification system
• Central Dijon location, public transport nearby
• Wheelchair accessible workshop space

What to expect

Expect a structured 45 minutes. Your instructor will walk you through proper tasting technique—how to observe colour, nose a wine, and palate it properly—before moving through the four bottles. You'll learn the mechanics of Burgundy's AOC system and what elevates a village wine above a Premier Cru. The Climats discussion ties directly to what's in your glass: you'll taste why these specific vineyard sites matter enough to earn UNESCO recognition. It's educational without being stuffy, pitched at curious drinkers rather than oenophiles.

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