Clos de Vougeot Castle

A major destination in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits wine region, Clos de Vougeot Castle is the birthplace of Burgundy wine-growing and has one of France's oldest cellars. The story goes back to the 12th century, when the monks at Cîteaux Abbey decided to erect buildings for winemaking. These are surrounded by plots of vines delimited by a three-kilometre-long wall, hence the estate's name of Clos (meaning "enclosure" in French). A Renaissance main building was added to the complex in the 16th century.

Inside the castle, spend some time in the Renaissance drawing rooms as well as the 12th-century vat room, where four immense oak presses remain, and the remarkable cellar which can hold up to 2,000 bottles.

In addition, the famous castle has been home to the famous Fraternity of Knights of the Wine-Tasters' Cup since 1934. Its mission is to promote Burgundy through its traditions, gastronomy… and wine, of course! Now world-famous, Clos de Vougeot Castle is an unmissable stop on the Grands Crus Route. And if you're visiting in June, don't miss Musique et Vin, the week-long festival of music and wine that takes place there!