Bishop's Cellar Visits Burgundy
Bishop's Cellar Visits Burgundy
May 18, 2012
When you think of Burgundy, more often than not the small region of Vezelay doesn’t come to mind. Located approximately an hour and half north west of Beaune,Vezelay is a small appellation that could easily be mistaken for a 16th century countryside. Set among beautiful rolling hills, Vezelay is an extremely small region with only 120 hectares of vines planted; focused mainly on producing Chardonnay and Melon de Bourgonne. Although there is a small amount of Pinot Noir produced, Chardonnay reigns Queen in Vezelay.
After a beautiful drive from Beaune, Alanna, Caroline and myself arrived at Domaine Cadette. Set between a small wood working shop and several other quiet houses, one would never suspect to find a domaine as we arrove at our destination. We were warmly greeted by Catherine and Jean Montenet, the proprietors of Domaine Cadette, and after exchanging pleasantries, Jean loaded us into his station wagon and took us up to his vineyard in the hills of Vezelay. Despite the chilly, damp weather, the scene was extraordinary; featuring a panoramic view of rolling hills and grazing Charolais (a french breed of white cattle). After walking through the vineyards and admiring the careful attention to detail taken with the vines – Cadette has been organic for 12 years – we made our way back to home of Jean and Catherine for a tasting.
August 24th, 2012
Bishop's Cellar | 5:00pm - 7:00pm
