Brochon on the Route des Grands Crus de BourgogneBrochon does not have its own village or grand cru appellation, but its land is farmed under the Gevrey-Chambertin and Côte de Nuits-Villagesappellations. The terroir combines limestone, slope and ideal exposure: pinot noir thrives here.
Brochon - Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne
Brochon on the Route des Grands Crus de BourgogneStroll past the Château de Brochon, the neo-Renaissance Château Liégeard built at the end of the 19th century and the local architectural landmark, now the Lycée Stephen Liégeard. In Brochon, you can walk the streets, look up and discover the church, the narrow streets, the winegrowers’ houses and the Bollée wind turbine: all the little touches that add character and charm.
Rise early to see the mist in the vineyards, walk halfway up the hillside to breathtaking viewpoints. Book a tasting session at an estate to sample a Gevrey-Chambertin from a parcel in Brochon. You dine like an epicurean, your glasses full, the aromas of red fruit, undergrowth, liquorice and earth mingling. The evening is calm, with only the wind whispering through the leaves.
Brochon can be explored all year round, but the buds and mild mornings are particularly enticing in spring, the golden light on the hillsides in summer, and the intense colours of the vines in autumn. Visits to the estates are usually by appointment, for special moments with the winemakers.
At Brochon, pinot noir takes pride of place. Here you can taste Gevrey-Chambertin, Côte de Nuits Villages and Bourgogne, wines of character that express all the richness of the Côte de Nuits climates.
Brochon is a wine-growing village on the Côte de Nuits, situated between Fixin and Gevrey-Chambertin, north of the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne. It is ideally located for exploring the surrounding terroirs.
Brochon captivates visitors with its peaceful atmosphere and strong winegrowing roots. More discreet than its prestigious neighbours, the village offers an authentic immersion in the Burgundy wine region, with its traditions, landscapes and art of living.
Around Brochon, the walks through the Climats du vignoble de Bourgogne invite you to take your time. Discover the villages of Fixin and Gevrey-Chambertin, and alternate wine-tasting, heritage walks and contemplative breaks to enjoy an afternoon in Burgundy to the full.
Yes, there are several trails that take you through the surrounding hillsides and climates. These routes offer beautiful views over the Côte de Nuits and a lively interpretation of the winegrowing landscape, while respecting the work of the winegrowers.
