the mfch burgundy tour

by Sharon Santoni

 

Our first Burgundy tour drew to a close yesterday, and I am grateful to have hosted such a wonderful small group of guests, always interested, always appreciative and always smiling!

Showing them around this area of France has been a joy.   Together we have discovered chateaux, taken cooking classes, visited artisan manufacturers, visited private homes and gardens and of  course eaten well all along the way.  Beaune is close to the centre of France.  Its rolling hills and famous vineyards boasting some of the most legendary names in wine.

 

There are some outstanding restaurants in Beaune.  Sometimes hidden, or off the beaten track, and I was glad to have spent time tracking down my favourites before the tour started.   We also took time to shop for antiques, to picnic in the gardens of a chateaux and visit wine cellars.

I thought you’d like to see a few shots of our stay.   Some of the moments that caught my eye, because a tour like this is not only about the itinerary, but also the little details along the way.

We’ll soon be posting our dates for tours next year, so if you have any questions or if you’d like to join us, don’t hesitate to drop us a line, we’re always happy to answer questions.

21 comments

Karen VanDyk June 24, 2019 - 9:07 pm

Such lovely photos, Sharon! My husband and I will be staying in Beaune for a week in September of this year. I would love to know your recommendations on restaurants. I admire everything about your blog and have both your books. I first learned of you years ago while visiting France and bought the magazine (can’t remember it’s name now) with the picture of your garden and your French Country Home name on the cover….love at first sight 🙂 You are so good at drawing us in and sharing your palpable love of the beauty and culture of France. Thank you and keep up the inspiring work!!

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Gitte Shoemaker June 24, 2019 - 9:49 pm

Just outside of Beaune is the lovely town of Puligny Montrachet. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the wine tour and accompanying wine tasting/lunch at Olivier Leflaive. We can highly recommend this to anyone who enjoys delicious food and wine. We were there in September of last year.

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Karen VanDyk June 24, 2019 - 11:06 pm

Thank you, Gitte. I will put that on my list!

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Jenny June 25, 2019 - 1:46 am

Thanks Gitte, I put that on my list too! I’m planning on visiting Burgundy either in September or in May. Also, I would appreciate recommendations for hotels and restaurants.

Jenny

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Teresa Pepler June 25, 2019 - 5:02 am

Hi Sharon
Please could you follow up about the magazine I paid for . I haven’t received the latest one as yet
Thanks
Teresa

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Gitte Shoemaker June 25, 2019 - 2:37 pm

We spent two nights at the Olivier Leflaive Hotel – same place as the wine tasting and lunch. We thought it was lovely.

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Kathryn Gauci July 27, 2019 - 6:52 am

Thank you, Gitte. I also have this on my list. Regards, Kathryn

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Margaret September 19, 2019 - 11:26 pm

We did that years ago, and it’s still a highlight.

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Jesuiskrol June 27, 2019 - 8:51 pm

I give two nice accomodations to rent, if you are interested. You can find me on instagram on my name
Best,
Jesuiskrol

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Ida Duplechin June 24, 2019 - 9:08 pm

So lovely. Thanks for the update. So looking forward to a tour w/you.

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Cherrie Hill June 24, 2019 - 9:20 pm

When my husband retires next year, he has promised we’ll start touring. One of your tours would be perfect!

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Karen June 24, 2019 - 9:59 pm

I loved Beaune and Burgundy. I would love to get on your mailing list for announcements.

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Taste of France June 24, 2019 - 10:05 pm

So many good places to go around Beaune. Lovely area. Your photos are exquisite, as always!

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Susan Sugar June 24, 2019 - 10:09 pm

Breathtakingly beautiful, peaceful and a generous tour! Bravo!

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Sandra Sallin - Apart From My Art June 25, 2019 - 1:22 am

Beautiful! How delightful. I love that table that is at an angle. Nothing can stay on top of it. Also those swans. geese, ducks. What ever they are, they are delightful.

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Margp Fagerholm June 25, 2019 - 1:28 am

When in Beaune a visit to “The Cook’s Atelier” is a must! I just returned from a wonderful week at their
cooking school. They have a beautiful shop, full of treasures…old and new..plus .a gorgeous cookbook that
you won’t be able to resist! As Marjorie (the owner, with her daughter Kendall) says: “It’s all good!”
43 rue de Lorraine

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Margo Fagerholm June 25, 2019 - 1:31 am

Oops…Margo not Margp

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Jenny June 25, 2019 - 1:50 am

Thanks Margo, I put that on my notes.

Jenny

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Jayne McLeod June 25, 2019 - 2:53 pm

sigh … oh my, be still my heart … the photos are beyond beautiful, thank you so very much for sharing them with us ! I do pray that one day it will be me that flies over to meet with you and enjoy one of your lovely tours. How generous of you to share this kind of beauty with us. My heart is so stirred and inspired when I read through your lovely blog, I feel like I am there with you. Enjoy the SONshine. Jayne

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BMF July 5, 2019 - 7:33 pm

I admire everything about your blog and have both your books. I first learned of you years ago while visiting France and bought the magazine (can’t remember it’s name now) with the picture of your garden and your French Country Home name on the cover….love at first sight You are so good at drawing us in and sharing your palpable love of the beauty and culture of France.

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Kathryn Gauci July 27, 2019 - 6:55 am

I would love to have been there with you.

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