The wine treasures of the Yonne region
Whether you're a connoisseur of fine wines or simply curious travelers seeking an escape, the Yonne region is a destination that will awaken all your senses. In the heart of Burgundy, this wine-growing region invites you to discover its rolling landscapes, charming villages, and local wineries.
From the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice in Joigny, you are ideally located to explore these vineyards and meet the passionate winemakers who cultivate them.
With nearly 260 km of marked wine routes, symbolized by grape clusters, the Yonne region can be explored at your own pace, following its five iconic wine-growing areas: Chablis, Auxerrois, Tonnerrois, Jovinien, and Vézelien.
In total, there are over 120 wineries open to visitors, where you can taste prestigious wines and discover the secrets of winemaking.
Strolls through the vineyards, encounters with winemakers, or educational workshops about viticulture: each visit is an immersion in an age-old tradition.
Book your room in a hotel in Joigny, near Auxerre, and discover its exceptional vineyards.
From the Hôtel Le Paris-Nice in Joigny, you are ideally located to explore these vineyards and meet the passionate winemakers who cultivate them.
The Yonne: a unique wine-growing heritage
With nearly 260 km of marked wine routes, symbolized by grape clusters, the Yonne region can be explored at your own pace, following its five iconic wine-growing areas: Chablis, Auxerrois, Tonnerrois, Jovinien, and Vézelien.
In total, there are over 120 wineries open to visitors, where you can taste prestigious wines and discover the secrets of winemaking.
Strolls through the vineyards, encounters with winemakers, or educational workshops about viticulture: each visit is an immersion in an age-old tradition.
5 wine regions with unique personalities
- The Chablis region: world-renowned, it covers 4,500 hectares and produces exclusively white wines from the Chardonnay grape. Its four appellations – Petit Chablis, Chablis, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru – are true benchmarks.
- The Auxerrois region: a vineyard with many facets, where Chardonnay, Aligoté, Pinot Noir, and Gamay grapes complement each other to produce wines with diverse flavors.
- The Vézelien region: dominated by the UNESCO-listed Basilica of Saint-Mary-Magdalene, it will charm you with its wines as much as its majestic landscapes.
- The Tonnerrois region: bordering the Armançon river, it invites you to enjoy wine tastings in a picturesque setting, while strolling along the river or taking a boat cruise.
- The Jovinien region: a small appellation but a great terroir, the Côte Saint-Jacques illustrates the local winemakers' commitment to their history and the quality of their wines! From wine tastings and strolls through picturesque villages to meeting local winemakers, the Yonne region is much more than just a wine-growing area: it's a destination for exploration and discovery.
Book your room in a hotel in Joigny, near Auxerre, and discover its exceptional vineyards.
