606181 Mon Mar 23 14:29:34 -0700 2009 14 49 France 0 4530987 We are taking a barge trip in and around Beaune and Dijon in mid-April. Any suggestions on where to eat, and winery's to visit? First time going. Mon Mar 23 14:29:34 -0700 2009 276770 obrieb 1 4531199 Wow, I have little to no constructive advice (been to Beaune and Dijon only once and all too briefly, and although we did have a very nice, Burgundian-style dinner at a small family-run bistro somewhere outside Dijon, I have no idea of the name). But I am anxious to read what others will contribute, and I mainly wanted to say I'm really jealous of you and wish I was going back :-) Have a great time ! One thing: if you have the opportunity to visit Lyon (just south of the Beaujolais, the southernmost region of Burgundy, do go - it's a wonderful city with many great restaurants and bouchons - bouchons are tremendous little family-run places that are really unique to Lyon, and should not be missed. Mon Mar 23 15:35:50 -0700 2009 4530987 19558 mikester 2 4537958 thank you. appreciate the note Wed Mar 25 14:20:22 -0700 2009 4531199 276770 obrieb 1 4532699 You might want to check this recent thread on Burgundy (more Beaune, than Dijon): http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/604543 Tue Mar 24 06:26:12 -0700 2009 4530987 11139 BlueOx 2 4537961 thanks, very helpful. Wed Mar 25 14:20:39 -0700 2009 4532699 276770 obrieb 1 4540994 My favorites in the immediate area are Lamelois (Chagny) and Hostellerie de Levernois (just outside Beaune). In fact, having dined at Lamelois 3-4 times, I would rate it as a not-to-be-missed experience; moreover, it's actually quite reasonably priced considering its world-class cuisine. Less expensive alternatives I have tried with some satisfaction are Loiseau des Vignes (Beaune) and Le Pré aux Clercs (Dijon). Thu Mar 26 12:08:55 -0700 2009 4530987 266399 fanoffrance 2 4543746 While I would not quite second the rating "world-class cuisine" for Lameloise, I totally second the "not-to-be-missed" one. This is one of the most accomplished fine dining establishments in France, the experience is uniquely brilliant and special. I have some pics there: http://picasaweb.google.fr/ZeJulot/Lameloise02# Fri Mar 27 09:31:25 -0700 2009 4540994 96547 souphie 1 4541576 Le Montrachet in Puligny-Montrachet is a hidden jewel. Thu Mar 26 14:44:09 -0700 2009 4530987 103013 beaulieu 2 4541646 Agreed. Thu Mar 26 15:09:02 -0700 2009 4541576 25595 masha 2 4594715 thank you, this is the vineyard that produces the wonderful white wine? Tue Apr 14 10:25:21 -0700 2009 4541576 276770 obrieb 3 4594902 It sure is. Maybe the ULTIMATE white wine. 10 years ago, we got to pick grapes in the vineyard after harvest was over. They were so good, we no longer wondered what made that wine so exceptional. Tue Apr 14 11:24:00 -0700 2009 4594715 52499 ChefJune 3 4595587 It is also a village - hence the good hotel/restaurant. Also best not to think of it as a single vineyard as the grapes cover a hillside and this area contains vines/vineyards owned by lots of different producers, producing wines at different price points and qualities. There are a couple of places that do tastings in the village, although the really top producers don't open to the public. Tue Apr 14 14:18:34 -0700 2009 4594715 64584 PhilD 4 4596003 Don't forget about Olivier Leflaive's on the next square over from the La Montrachet. in Puligny. And the local Cave run by Julien is very friendly. If the day is nice you can taste local wines inside and then have Julien set up chairs and a table outside and have a bottle of what you like. In the afternoon folks stop in after working in the ir vineyards for a glass and a chat. Tue Apr 14 16:23:26 -0700 2009 4595587 11139 BlueOx 5 4596677 Yes, we had a wonderful visit there last September during harvest. It was too cool for sitting outside, but the tour of both the vineyards and cave were fascinating. Tue Apr 14 20:21:02 -0700 2009 4596003 25595 masha 6 4597494 and, no doubt, delicious! ;) Wed Apr 15 07:22:10 -0700 2009 4596677 52499 ChefJune