Wine Tasting Getaway at Château des Barres in Burgundy
Treat yourself to a wine-tasting getaway in Burgundy at a historic château and set out to discover France’s finest vineyards. Located in the Yonne department, between Sancerre and Chablis, Château des Barres offers an immersive experience combining wine tastings, exploration of the local terroir, and the French art of living.
A wine-tasting tour between Sancerre and Chablis
Château des Barres enjoys an exceptional location for a wine-tasting getaway in Burgundy, halfway between two world-renowned appellations: Sancerre and Chablis.
Accompanied by a guide, you’ll set out to explore the wine-growing landscapes of the Centre-Loire and Yonne regions, a veritable mosaic of terroirs where iconic grape varieties such as Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir thrive.
This trip gives you the chance to explore family-run wineries, learn about winemaking techniques, and taste exceptional wines right in the heart of their terroir.
A complete immersion in the Burgundy region
Your stay at Château des Barres is about more than just wine tasting. It’s a true immersion in the Burgundian way of life.
You'll discover:
- the vineyards of Pouilly-Fumé and Sancerre
- the wineries and estates of the Grand Auxerrois region (Coulanges-la-Vineuse, Irancy, etc.)
- local specialties, including the famous Crottins de Chavignol
- vineyard landscapes and their geographical interpretation
- the historic towns of Sancerre and Chablis
Each stage is designed to offer a complete wine tourism experience in Burgundy, combining fine dining, culture, and heritage.
A stay in a castle in the heart of Burgundy
When you stay at Château des Barres, you’ll enjoy an exceptional setting to enhance your wine-tasting experience.
This historic 18th-century estate welcomes you with charming suites featuring warm and inviting living spaces. After a day of exploring, you can relax in the French-style park, enjoy the heated pool, or explore the various areas of the estate.
The castle also features a chapel with trompe-l’œil grisailles, a remarkable historical feature that enhances the site’s unique character. You can also visit the estate’s old cellar and its vegetable garden.
In the evening, meals and time spent together in the dining room or family room extend this immersion in an authentic way of life.
The itinerary for your wine-tasting trip
This wine-tasting weekend in Burgundy takes place between Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, and Chablis, in the heart of France’s most renowned wine-growing regions.
Historic castle for a wine tour
Arrival
- Check-in starting at 5 p.m.
- accommodations in the castle suites
- Welcome with tea and pastries
- cold buffet
- a cozy evening in the family room
Day 1: Vineyards of the Central Loire (Sancerre - Pouilly-Fumé)
- breakfast at the castle
- Off to the vineyards of the Centre-Loire region
- tour of the Pouilly-Fumé vineyards and wineries
- lunch at a bistronomic restaurant (not included)
- Tour of the vineyards and wineries in the Sancerre region
- Tour of the historic town of Sancerre
- Visit to a goat farm and tasting of Chavignol goat cheese
- Back to Château des Barres
- self-guided tour of the estate
- tour of the château's vegetable garden and wine cellar
- Access to private tennis courts, table tennis, and a heated pool (in season)
- a regional dinner in the dining room
- a cozy evening in the family room
Day 2: The Auxerrois and Chablis Vineyards
- breakfast
- Off to the Auxerre vineyards
- Winery tour in Coulanges-la-Vineuse / Irancy
- An Introduction to the Estate's Winemaking Process
- Bistronomic lunch in Chablis (not included)
- Exploring the town of Chablis
- Interpreting the vineyard landscape and its classifications
- winery tour in Chablis
- wine tasting at the winery
- Back to Château des Barres
- tea and pastries