WINE > Burguet, Gevrey-Chambertin “Symphonie”, 2019 (18/20)

There are Gevrey-Chambertin producers who chase power for its own sake, and there are those who chase precision instead. Jean-Luc & Eric Burguet belong unmistakably to the second camp. The "Symphonie" is the domaine's village-level flagship, a blend drawn from several small parcels — including En Billard and La Justice — planted on clay-limestone soils…

ByCrispinSeptember 15, 20260Comments

STAY > Le Relais Bernard Loiseau, Burgundy (18/20)

Le Relais Bernard Loiseau is a destination hotel where serious gastronomy, deep spa-soothing and old‑world Burgundy village charm intersect. Perhaps more famed as the home of restaurant 'La Côte d’Or' which has held as many as 3 Michelin stars in its famous history. It is a place where you come for the meal…

ByCrispinMarch 29, 20260Comments

EAT > BURGUNDY WHERE TO EAT >

EAT > Le Globe, Meursault (Burgundy) France (17/20)

In the heart of Burgundy’s fabled wine country, Le Globe stands on Meursault’s main street—a boutique bolthole where the joys of French hospitality, jewel-like plates and insider wine knowledge blend together in a style that is distinctly local yet wholly contemporary. There’s an easy confidence in the air here: a feeling that comes from a…

ByCrispinSeptember 21, 20250Comments

DRINK > BARS DRINK > BURGUNDY

DRINK > Caves de l’Abbaye, Beaune, Burgundy (18/20)

Step from Beaune’s winding, cobbled heart into Caves de l’Abbaye, and you’re greeted by the cool hush of a centuries-old cellar—a true Burgundy hideaway shaped from vaulted stone. Beneath low arches, the glow is candle-soft, shadows flicker against wine-streaked walls, and every table feels like a private alcove ready for pure vinous discovery. AMBIENCE >…

BySimonAugust 2, 20250Comments

STAY > FRANCE STAY > PARIS

STAY > Aux Terrasses, Tournus, Bourgogne (19/20)

19/20 Nestled in the heart of Burgundy, Aux Terrasses offers a delightful blend of gastronomic excellence and exceptionally comfortable accommodation. A charming hotel and Michelin Star restaurant (review here) combination that provides an ideal base for exploring the picturesque town of Tournus and the surrounding wine country. AMBIANCE > The hotel Aux Terrasses features…

ByEd ItorOctober 14, 20240Comments

DRINK > WINE DRINK > WINE > Pinot Noir

WINE > Robert Groffier Bourgogne Pinot Noir (90/100 points)

Robert Groffier Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2020 is a delightful entry-level Burgundy that showcases the expertise of this renowned Chambolle-Musigny producer. This wine offers an excellent introduction to the Groffier style and the characteristics of Burgundian Pinot Noir. While this is an entry level wine (~$100 - $150 per bottle) the Grand Cru from…

ByEd ItorSeptember 8, 20240Comments

DRINK > MELBOURNE

DRINK > Pearl Chablis and Oyster Bar, Melbourne

Melbourne loves to hide its bars and restaurants away down laneways, underground and on top of building roof tops but Pearl is not easy to find. The Midcity Centre arcade on Bourke Street is not a place you would normally associate with fine dining or fine drinking, but make your way past 'Breadtop', the…

ByEd ItorMay 7, 20240Comments

DRINK > KYOTO

DRINK > Wine Bar Fleur Parf, Kyoto

It is a quiet street in the Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto where we found Wine Bar Fleur Parf, it is hidden at the end of a long passage (lit by lamps on the ground), past a beautiful courtyard garden to the bar at the back. There you find a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle…

ByCrispinApril 8, 20240Comments

DRINK > WINE DRINK > WINE > Pinot Noir

WINE > Domaine Joblot – Clos Du Celliers Aux Moines – Givry 1er Cru, 2019 (90/100)

Givry is located in the centre of the Côte Chalonnnaise, just south of Mercurey, the terroir there is largely composed of a rocky limestone, some clay and sandstone. Clos du Celliers is a Premier Cru sub region of Givry and was a vineyard originally established Cistercian Monks the year 1130 who it as…

ByCrispinMarch 8, 20240Comments

DRINK > WINE DRINK > WINE > Pinot Noir

WINE > Domaine Tollot-Beaut Chorey-Les-Beaune Protégée 2018 (93/100 points)

I am very fond of the flavour profile found in Burgundy wines made from grapes grown in Beaune, and while this wine is described by the maker as a "classic rustic red wine" I think it deserves more love and recognition because it is a lot better than that. THE WINERY The Tollot family have…

ByCrispinAugust 30, 20230Comments