Only 2 weeks left before the famous wine sale of the Hospices de Beaune 2019 ! It takes place this year as every year on the 3rd weekend of November, that is to say this year 2019 between 15 and 17 November, in Beaune.
What is the Hospices de Beaune charity sale?
The vineyards of the Hôtel-Dieu estate are the result of historical donations from patrons and raise funds for the charitable works of the Hospices de Beaune.In addition, since the end of the Second World War, the Hospices have supported other aid associations every year. They donate to these causes the profits from the sale of a piece of wine, called " Presidents' Coin ". Its auction is the highlight of the sale. Burgundy traders play the role of matchmakers for the buyers of this auction. They will take care of the ageing of the wines of these buyers until bottling, 1 year and a half after the actual sale. Personalities are invited to animate and sponsor the sale. This year the sale promises to be colorful since it is Gérard Depardieu who will be one of the sponsors, along with Tony Parker, Ophélie Meunier and François-Xavier Demaison. …Except that Depardieu is used to false plans, he was already supposed to participate in 2012 but he probably forgot to come…There are chances that it will be the same this year, not reliable the Gégé, even if his love of wine is no longer to be demonstrated. Many other events are offered during these three days of celebration in Beaune, including many tastings. A great opportunity to discover or rediscover a beautiful city and especially to have many taste pleasures!
