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EPISODE · Aug 23, 2025 · 25 MIN

Take a Closer Look at Bourgogne with Francois Labet

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Send us Fan MailFrancois Labet, owner of Chateau de la Tour and Domaine Pierre Labet, who is also the President of the Bourgogne Wine Board, highlights why Australians should take a Closer Look at Bourgogne, particularly the Regionale wines.  He explains the history of Bourgogne, its grape varieties, the classification, and where hidden gems can be found.  During the episode he shares with us a delicious 2022 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Altitude.  Thank you Francois for your time and insight into what makes Bourgogne special.Find out more about Bourgogne wines on Instagram (@vinsdebourgogne ), Facebook (@bourgognewines ), LinkedIn (@bureau Interprofessional des Vins de Bourgogne - Bourgogne Wine Board).Subscribe to @thewinedup  and comment on your favourite Bourgogne Wine.Chapters:0:00 Preview0:23 Introduction1:48 Bourgogne not Burgundy1:34 History of Bourgogne2:27 Unique Terroir of Bourgogne2:50 Main varietals in Bourgogne3:20 Evolution of Bourgogne7:47 2022 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Altitude.8:42 Bourgogne Classifications10:49 Favourite Hidden Gems in Bourgogne12:22 What’s the best approach to finding value?12:53 How younger winemakers balance tradition & innovation16:03 Is the philosophy of winemaking changing?17:49 Why should Australian try Bourgogne wines?20:09 Should we cellar our wines?20:33 Wines are like planes23:26 Key Messages about Bourgogne24:16 The Wined Up Conclusion#BourgogneWines #terroir #chardonnay #pinotnoir #variety #Regionale #FrancoisLabet #pinotnoir #chateaudelatour #domainepierrelabet #winemaker #winetalk #winechat #wine #winepodcast #thewinedup #thewineduppodcast #podcastResilience Podcast SeriesWe explore key challenges affecting civil society in Central and Eastern Europe.Listen on:   SpotifyFollow Us on YouTube (@TheWinedUp), Instagram (The.Wined.Up), Tik Tok (@TheWinedUp), Spotify (The Wined Up), Amazon Music ( TheWinedUp), and Apple Podcasts (The Wined Up).  Visit our website https://www.thewinedup.com.au or email us at [email protected].   Drink More, Try More, Learn More.

Send us Fan Mail Francois Labet, owner of Chateau de la Tour and Domaine Pierre Labet, who is also the President of the Bourgogne Wine Board, highlights why Australians should take a Closer Look at Bourgogne, particularly the Regionale wines. He explains the history of Bourgogne, its grape varieties, the classification, and where hidden gems can be found. During the episode he shares with us a delicious 2022 Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Altitude. Thank you Francois for y...

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