Top 5 in Beaune
The hospices, the vineyards... Once a year, in November, Beaune is the capital of rare and/or great wine lovers. All the spotlights are on Beaune, waiting for the results of the sales and hoping for new records every year. But the rest of the year, between canal and hillsides, the town is the ideal starting point for discovering the heart of Burgundy. Gault&Millau gives you its 5 must-sees
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Sleep well: Hostellerie Cèdre & Spa
In the heart of the city, the place has regained all its lustre under the impetus of Lyon entrepreneur Amaury Rostagnat, who fell in love with this former estate of master winemakers, buying it in 2019. A shady garden with tables arranged around a fountain, bright and comfortable rooms and suites, a bar with a large library, a fireplace and club armchairs, a gourmet restaurant, Clos du Cèdre, led by chef Jordan Billan... A perfect blend of historic elegance and well-thought-out modernity.The perfect blend of historic elegance and thoughtful modernity.This latest nugget, a Nuxe spa, features a signature treatment inspired by the potions created in the 17th century at the Apothicairerie de l'Hôtel-Dieu.
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Top table: L'Ecusson
A rather discreet address, but well known to regulars. Virginie and Thomas Compagnon's table is a sight to behold, with its sand-colored harmonies and clean lines. The chef goes all out to cater for special occasions, with impeccable service and plates of fine produce. The wine cellar lives up to expectations, with the best of local vintages (Tollot-Beaut, Girardin, d'Ardhuy...).
15/20 3 toques
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Most sharing table: Garum
With a short menu, regional nibbles to share as an aperitif, and trendy small plates, this classic local restaurant (formerly Jardin des Remparts) has undergone a makeover under the leadership of Christophe Bocquillon. Finger foods include parsley, fries with beef fat and trout rillettes from Crisenon, while a good card menu for under €50 is well worth the 2 toques.
13,5/20 2 toques
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Newest wave table: Soul Kitchen
The revival of Burgundy gastronomy, and more specifically that of Beaune, is taking place at Soul Kitchen, Mathieu Guennal's restaurant. He does everything himself in his small 15-cover dining room, using the ideas of the moment, in a pleasant, chic and relaxed setting. This beautiful stone house in the center of town welcomes the initiated and the discerning. You are now...
11,5/20 1 toque
https://www.soulkitchen-beaune.fr
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Gourmet pleasure: Le Cellier de la Cabiote
The picturesque 17th-century cellars, combined with the pleasure of tasting. For €12, you can taste five Burgundy grands crus, from village and premier cru appellations, finishing with a crème de cassis. The estates represented cover the entire vineyard, from Chablis to Beaujolais, with over 450 references.
