The Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne is taking another major step in its international development. Through its Wine School, it is announcing a partnership with Esprits de Vins (link), the wine education company led by Fabrice Sommier, Meilleur Ouvrier de France in Sommellerie and President of the French Sommeliers Association (Union de la Sommellerie Française).
„WSET: The World’s Leading Wine Qualification Arrives in Beaune“ weiterlesenMaison Albert Bichot: Secret d’océan 2025, at the frontiers of wine ageing
For its second voyage, the cargo sailing ship Grain de Sail II set sail on January 25, 2026, bound for Pointe-à-Pitre, carrying six barrels of Bourgogne Côte d’Or Chardonnay and one barrel of red Santenay. Building on the success of the first experiment, Albert Bichot (link) is continuing this adventure to further explore maritime ageing. The ocean environment leaves its mark on the wines, bringing a delicate salinity that enhances their purity and confirms the potential of Secret d’Océan 2025.
„Maison Albert Bichot: Secret d’océan 2025, at the frontiers of wine ageing“ weiterlesenEmmanuel Macron’s Visit to China: 70 New Bourgogne PDOs Registered and Protected
The Bourgogne Wine Board, together with all organizations across the sector, welcomes China’s registration of 70 new appellations. These join the 10 PDOs already protected, marking a significant step forward in this ambitious process.
„Emmanuel Macron’s Visit to China: 70 New Bourgogne PDOs Registered and Protected“ weiterlesenBaromètre IFOP pour Vin & Société : Les Français et le vin
Plus que jamais, le vin s’avère un repère culturel majeur pour les Français. 94 % considèrent que le vin fait partie de l’identité culturelle de la France. Derrière ce fort attachement patrimonial, les usages, évoluent sensiblement : moins consommé, le vin s’impose de plus en plus comme une boisson « distinguée », associée à la convivialité de moments choisis.
„Baromètre IFOP pour Vin & Société : Les Français et le vin“ weiterlesenCharity Barrel of the Hospices de Beaune: Pommard Premier Cru, Les Rugiens
Three renowned French personalities from the worlds of cinema and music will sponsor the 165th wine auction (link) on November 16.
This year, 539 barrels from the 2025 vintage will go under the hammer, including the brand-new Cuvée François Faiveley — a Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru donated to the Hospices de Beaune to mark the 200th anniversary of the Nuit-Saint-Georges-based Maison. It is the 52nd Cuvée in the estate’s history.
„Charity Barrel of the Hospices de Beaune: Pommard Premier Cru, Les Rugiens“ weiterlesenBourgogne Wines Staying Strong in a Challenging Global Context
Bourgogne wines continue to stand out in an unstable international economic environment, despite a slowdown in global wine consumption.
Following two generous vintages and a 2024–2025 regional campaign marked by a much smaller 2024 harvest, Bourgogne wine availability will still meet demand, though signs of slowdown are evident. Export markets remain dynamic, with new opportunities to be developed.
Sip, Laugh, Learn – The Tasting Tips: Return This October
After the enthusiastic reception of the first season last fall on Instagram and Facebook (an average of 16,000 views per episode), the web series The Tasting Tips (Les Astuces Dégust’ in French) is back! The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) is pursuing its mission to make the world of wine more accessible, with six new episodes in English launching October 8 across social media.
„Sip, Laugh, Learn – The Tasting Tips: Return This October“ weiterlesenThe Bourgogne Wine Board receives €700,000 to preserve winegrowing heritage
Societal expectations regarding the use of phytosanitary products and climate change are two major challenges for the Bourgogne wine industry, as well as restoring production capacity. To help the sector meet these challenges, the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) has joined forces with Bourgogne négociants and estates to launch two major programs. Co-developed with the industry, these initiatives have already received support from the French Ministry of Agriculture and FranceAgriMer. The Bourgogne Wine Board has committed to at least five years of support, working with local wine merchants and estates to implement the action plans designed for these programs.
„The Bourgogne Wine Board receives €700,000 to preserve winegrowing heritage“ weiterlesenProject Volta: Bourgogne continues to study the longevity of its white wines
The white wines of Bourgogne owe their reputation to their remarkable longevity. Yet in the face of a changing climate, the profiles of musts and wines are evolving. Understanding how ageing potential is built makes it possible to adapt practices and thus preserve this unique heritage.
„Project Volta: Bourgogne continues to study the longevity of its white wines“ weiterlesenBourgogne Celebrates Viticultural Excellence
194 Wines Selected for the 2025’s Cave de Prestige
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) was pleased to welcome wine industry professionals on Wednesday, July 2, for the diploma ceremony of the 54th edition of the Cave de Prestige. This annual highlight not only honors the quality of Bourgogne wines but also showcases the diversity of their terroirs through a selection that spans the entire region.
„Bourgogne Celebrates Viticultural Excellence194 Wines Selected for the 2025’s Cave de Prestige“ weiterlesen