Wines and spirits Saône-Et-Loire

Chaintré, Fuissé, Pouilly, Solutré and Vergisson - what pretty villages and noble terroirs. It's at the foot of Solutré that the modern Atrium du Pouilly-Fuissé has been set up, uniting 250 producers of the eponymous appellation. A modern, bright and friendly tasting room, where you can discover the wines of this fabulous terroir, as well as other aspects of the area. Six discovery weekends, with free tastings of six wines, are also organized throughout the year.

The Cave des Vignerons de Mancey is a unique winery dedicated to the vines and wines of Burgundy, with a scenographic space and a huge range of 85 Burgundy appellations. The cellar showcases the work of some 50 winemakers, who produce small cuvées of chardonnay, pinot noir, aligoté and gamay, expressing the typicity of their terroirs. For gourmets, the "produits du terroir" area, where you'll also find a wide selection of wine accessories, offers the best of local traditions.

At the foot of the majestic Solutré rock, the Cave des Vignerons des Terres Secrètes unveils wines deeply marked by their terroir. Sometimes from tiny plots, they acquire a distinctive character that sets them apart. The winery is also committed to the environment, through its "Vignerons engagés développement durable" label. Saint-Véran, mâcon verzé, pouilly-fuissé and other local appellations are available for tasting, and vineyard walks are organized in fine weather.

At the heart of Romanèche-Thorins for over 130 years, Maison Jacoulot is renowned for the quality of its marcs and fines de Bourgogne. Today at the head of the company, the Vançon family perpetuates its know-how, producing over 120,000 bottles each year by hand. You can visit the cellar, admire the oak barrels and taste the surprising liqueurs. In early 2024, Cavistes & Co magazine named its peppermint liqueur "Liqueur of the Year 2023".

Maison André Delorme is an institution on the Saône-et-Loirien wine scene. Specializing in the great wines of the Côte Chalonnaise and, above all, Crémant de Bourgogne, this vast 116-hectare estate delicately showcases the terroirs of the Rully, Givry, Mercurey, Bouzeron and Montagny appellations. Produced using sustainable viticulture methods, the wines are fine and delicate. There's nothing better than to treat yourself to a tasting in this exceptional setting of vaulted cellars carved out of the rock. A great address!

Created in 2021 by Charlotte and Fabrice, La Maison des ateliers is a unique place where people come to learn and exchange. The magnificent building, which also houses the Wine School, hosts a wide range of workshops run by professionals throughout the year, including introductory wine-tasting courses with Fabrice, founder and MOF sommelier, as well as cooking and pastry classes, botanical workshops, wellness workshops and a culinary awakening for the very young. It's Mâcon's essential place for sharing and learning.

The Cave de la Vigne blanche, established in Clessé since 1927, brings together the expertise of some 15 growers, who work on some 90 ha of vines. The winery produces two Crémants de Bourgogne (one pinot, the other chardonnay), as well as AOP mâcon-villages and viré-clessé. Regularly awarded medals, these wines can be tasted by the smiling store team, who also offer wines from partners such as Vinsobres and Pouilly-Vinzelles.

Discover Millebuis by Les Vignerons de Buxy, Buxy's emblematic cooperative winery, founded in 1931 by committed winegrowers. With nearly 200 members, it offers a variety of local appellations at affordable prices. Immerse yourself in the world of Montagny, Givry, Rully, Mercurey... Bourgogne Côte Chalonnaise and Crémant de Bourgogne wines. It's a convivial place where many events take place. Delicious floating aperitifs on the Saône, the^2nd Festi Millebuis..

Created in 1928, the Viré winery, which in 2020 chose to rename itself Vérizet (after a former commune now part of Viré), has some 150 cooperative members. The winery produces AOP mâcon, mâcon villages, mâcon péronne, crémant de Bourgogne and viré-clessé (perfect as an aperitif). The winery regularly produces special cuvées, such as Grande Réserve and Cuvée Héritage, hand-harvested from old vines, revealing a fine blend of fruit and minerality. A fine address, where tastings are free of charge.

Created by the Mercurey defense and management organization (ODG), Caveau Divin is the showcase for the Mercurey AOC, which celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2023. The cellar features 44 estates with one or two crus each, and 64 wines. It's possible to taste them all, thanks to the fact that the wines are kept in an oenomatic cellar, which allows the bottles to be kept open under nitrogen. The formula is simple: simply obtain a tasting card from reception, credit it with the amount of your choice, and make your selection from the wines available.

Located in Rully, the Maison Amelin has been putting traditional know-how and quality at the heart of its sparkling wine production for over 60 years. At the head of this family business, Géraldine produces 350,000 bottles per year: fine wines, crémants or sparkling wines in brut, rosé or even red! All of them are elaborated according to the traditional method that we are happy to discover during a tasting or a visit of the site. Practical: you can even extend your stay by taking advantage of the gîte installed above the winery.

The Cave des Vignerons d'Igé brings together 25 vineyards covering 190 hectares, producing a variety of appellations. Wine-tourism outings are available for free exploration of the surrounding vineyards and villages. Stop by the boutique, where you can taste and sell our wines: Mâcon IGE Blanc, Mâcon Village, Saint-Véran, and Crémants de Bourgogne. A new feature is an online boutique offering a full range of wines, including Mâcon rosé du terroir des brigands. Events punctuate the year, like the gourmet market we recommend, and our open house every^1st weekend in December.

In the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise, the tradition of this 17-hectare family estate, founded in 1935, continues. Today, four personalities share a common passion for quality wines. Lionel and Guillaume combine their talents to make "still wines". Julien elaborates a range of three Crémants de Bourgogne, and Perrine, with her know-how and sensitivity, promotes the domaine in France and abroad. New and 100% cultural, the Bourgogne Pinot Noir Clos du Château de Germolles, next door!

La Cave du Caboulot is a nod to the Chagny restaurant Le Caboulot, run by Lauriane Lava's parents. The young woman worked there for many years, developing a passion for wine alongside her training in Beaune. It was therefore only logical that she should open her own cellar in the spring of 2022. She offers a selection of local and French wines, as well as spirits, beers, fruit juices and artisanal lemonades. The premises also feature a wine bar area, where Lauriane regularly organizes themed evenings.

Just a stone's throw from the famous Château de Cormatin, the Caveau du Figuier is the perfect place to stop. With over 25 years' experience, Évelyne offers a wide range of wines, beers and spirits. Local beverages (Crémant de Bourgogne, wines from Côte Chalonnaise, Mâconnais, Beaujolais, etc.), as well as wines from all over France and the world, are on sale. Tastings are available on request. Artisanal lemonades, tapenades, terrines and other regional delicacies complete the selection. An address not to be missed.

With its 400 member-cooperators, Cave de Lugny shines the spotlight on these master craftsmen, proud of their land, who care for and nurture their vines all year round. The Cave Coopérative produces and markets wines, continuing the expertise of several generations of winegrowers. The Lugny winery raises and vinifies white wines in particular, bringing their uniqueness and international renown. A dedicated sales and tasting area showcases the floral, honey and citrus characteristics of these Mâconnais cuvées.