Your curated wine escape

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Mâconnais et Beaujolais : The Ideal Two-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Begin your stay with a visit to the iconic Roche de Solutré, one of France’s designated Grands Sites de France. This accessible climb offers an immediate immersion into the region’s identity, rewarding you with breathtaking panoramic views over the vineyards of the Mâconnais.

For lunch, enjoy a meal at L’Ô des Vignes, an elegant restaurant renowned for its refined, contemporary cuisine, thoughtfully crafted to pair beautifully with the wines of the Mâconnais.

Just a few steps away lies your first winery experience: Domaines Auvigue. Everything here is dedicated to showcasing the great white wines of the Mâconnais, particularly Pouilly-Fuissé, as you will be right in the heart of this prestigious appellation.

Step inside one of Burgundy’s most remarkable wine estates: a beautifully restored Romanesque church, transformed into a winery and underground cellars—a truly unique setting where history and winemaking come together.

Continue your journey with a visit to Maison Jean Loron, located at the crossroads of the Beaujolais and Mâconnais regions. Here, you can enjoy a tasting featuring eight of the ten Beaujolais Crus, offering an exceptional introduction to the diversity of the region through the wines of Domaines Loron.For dinner, choose from excellent local restaurants such as Le Coq in Juliénas or Le Cep in Fleurie. End your day with an overnight stay at Château Bellevue – Domaines Loron, a historic estate perched on the hills overlooking Morgon, where heritage, vineyards, and tranquillity come together in an exceptional setting.

Day 2
After a peaceful night in the heart of the vineyards, begin the day with a tour and tasting at Château Bellevue – Domaines Loron. The estate cultivates and vinifies 24 hectares of vineyards in a beautifully restored winery, fully renovated in 2009. More than just a wine estate, Château Bellevue is also a destination in its own right, surrounded by one of the region’s most beautiful parks, which visitors can explore independently using a dedicated discovery booklet.Continue to the Morgon Orientation Table, an outstanding viewpoint offering a spectacular panorama over Château Bellevue, the famous Côte du Py, and the iconic rolling hills of Beaujolais.
Then head to Mont Brouilly for an easy and scenic hike, an ideal spot to enjoy a picnic while taking in the remarkable vineyard landscapes.

Curated wine escape #2

From Wine Churches to Burgundy's Iconic Stone Landmarks

Your journey begins in Juliénas, one of the most emblematic villages of Beaujolais. In the heart of the village, step inside the Vieille Église (Old Church), a place steeped in history that now houses both the Juliénas appellation tasting cellar and the winery where our Juliénas wines are crafted. Blending heritage with wine culture, this former church has been transformed into a vibrant destination, offering an authentic introduction to the soul of Beaujolais. Take time to explore the village’s welcoming atmosphere before enjoying lunch at Le Coq, one of the area’s landmark restaurants, renowned for its authentic cuisine and warm hospitality.

Then make your way to Fuissé and Domaines Auvigue. Set within a beautifully restored 12th-century Romanesque church, this unique estate invites you to discover the history of the site, the remarkable terroirs of the Mâconnais, and the craftsmanship behind the great wines of Pouilly-Fuissé. A guided tasting completes the experience, offering a memorable journey through both heritage and winemaking expertise.

Your journey continues through the rolling landscapes of the Mâconnais to Berzé-le-Châtel. Overlooking the vineyards for nearly a thousand years, its impressive medieval fortress is one of Burgundy’s most remarkable castles. With its imposing ramparts, beautifully preserved architecture, and breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside, it offers a true journey back in time.

Your final stop is the Abbey of Cluny, one of the most important centres of medieval Christianity and a lasting symbol of Burgundy’s cultural influence. Visiting this exceptional site provides a deeper understanding of a region shaped over centuries by its people, its stone, and its vineyards.

Combining wine tastings, picturesque villages, iconic landmarks, and spectacular vineyard landscapes, this weekend itinerary offers a unique opportunity to discover Southern Burgundy through the lens of its rich heritage.