Saint-Vincent Tournante — a 3-day weekend in Burgundy

The weekend, day by day

1. Day 1

   Arrive in Various (Burgundy)

   Land at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), settle in and walk the old town in the afternoon. Light dinner near your accommodation — save your appetite for the festival day.

2. Day 2

   Saint-Vincent Tournante

   Festival day — arrive early to avoid the lunchtime crowd. Insider tip: Book cellars directly with specific producers weeks ahead—the rotating host village announcement happens in October, and premier cru domaines fill their tasting slots by November. Attend the morning church blessing ceremony to access the most serious collectors' tastings in village cellars before tourist crowds arrive at noon.

3. Day 3

   Wine country day in Burgundy

   Use the third day for a single winery visit (booked ahead) and a long lunch at one of the regional addresses below before heading home.

Where to stay

Three angles for the festival window. Festival hotels book out 6+ months in advance — apartments are the contingency when the main shortlist is sold out.

• Hotels in Various (Burgundy)

  Live inventory around the festival window — 2 adults, all star ratings.

• 4–5 star options near Various (Burgundy)

  Higher-end shortlist when you want the milestone weekend treatment.

• Apartments in Various (Burgundy)

  Self-catering option — useful when festival hotels sell out 6+ months ahead.

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One winery worth a detour

Where to eat

Practical

Nearest airport

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

Mid-range daily budget

~€250/day for two

Festival site

Visit official site