SCE Domaine Comte Senard — Attraction in Beaune

We selected Domaine Comte Senard following research of quality wineries, coupled with reviews of people as to the standard of visit. And it did not let us down.

We had booked online in advance and requested 2 Amateur and 1 Connoisseur tasting. This gives you a taste of 6 wines per person, with the Connoisseur tasting being only Grand Cru wines.

When we arrived, Enzo greeted us and took us for a walk around the property and down into the cellars. He imparted his knowledge and enthusiasm for this beautiful facility and its history, and wine making in Bourgogne.

Then on to the tasting. Enzo was superb! Nothing was too much trouble. He explained the wines, and adjusted with the flow - picking up our individual tasting preferences and changing wine selection mid stream to give us a vertical flight in one wine. A key to the success of the Domaine with tasting is the singular focus. There are multiple tasting areas, and multiple staff. So we were seated at a large table on our own - with Enzo working just with us.

We cannot say enough about Enzo - we feel we were very fortunate to have him guide us. But we observed the other team members, and they were all excellent too. They all worked well together, and have clearly been carefully selected for their ability to seamlessly interact with customers.

We were there for close to 2 hours. Some key take aways. Don’t be put off by the cost per tasting - if you plan to buy. Provided you buy in excess of the published tasting charge, the cost is waived. Their wine range and selection is fantastic across white and red (obviously red is the primary focus). We started tasting current vintage. But at the end, were tasting 15 year old Grand Cru’s. The tour of the Domaine, and the information shared is the best we received during our time in the region. And as a final - you will have worked out by now - Enzo is fantastic! Our thanks to him for making our trip...

Thank you again for the welcome during our tasting at Domaine Comte Senard. We particularly appreciated the wines, as well as Margaux’s kindness and professionalism.

However, we wanted to share some feedback on the overall experience, which we would rate around 3/5. The introduction to the estate and the wines, while well presented, felt a bit rushed (around 15 minutes), which gave the impression that the experience was moving too quickly.

The main reason for the 3/5 rating is the food. While the gratin and the boeuf bourguignon were very good, the jambon persillé and the cheese selection were average, with rather small portions. Finally, the dessert, advertised as a “café gourmand”, consisted of just one very small macaron, which felt disappointing.

Considering the price of €115 per person, we were expecting a more elevated culinary experience, both in quality and in quantity. The wines deserve to be showcased alongside food that matches their level, and we hope this feedback can be helpful for future improvements.

Thank you again for your time and...

From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the warm welcome and positive energy from all staff members. Special mention goes to our guide, Baptiste - an absolute star! His enthusiasm and friendly demeanor made our visit both educational and thoroughly enjoyable.

The wines are outstanding. We tasted a range of village, premier, and grand crus, each showcasing beautiful flavors and exceptional quality. You'll likely find yourself wanting to take a few bottles home!

Whether you're a wine enthusiast or just looking for a great experience, Domaine Comte Senard delivers. Remember to book your visit in advance - it's well worth...