Lunch at Château du Clos de Vougeot, at La Table de Léonce
Why this option is different from the others
La Table de Léonce is named after Léonce Bocquet, the wine merchant who purchased the château in 1889, restored it, and was buried there in 1913. The restaurant is inside the château walls, and this changes everything: while minibuses stop outside for photos, you enter through the courtyard of honor. Of the six options I review for this site, this is the only one that allows entry. All the others pass by the outside, which I explain in detail on the Côte de Nuits tours page.
The two time slots, and which one to choose
At 11:15, you start with the guided tour of the château in English, then move to the table. At 11:45, the order is reversed: lunch first, then the tour in French. It’s not just a matter of language. Visiting on an empty stomach, starting with the winery and its four capstan presses, then the Grand Cellier, gives you a level of focus you won’t have after four courses and four glasses of wine. Conversely, leaving the table to walk through the convers’ dormitory with its 14th-century framework has something very Burgundian about it. I’ve done both: I book the 11:15 slot when I really want to pay attention, and the 11:45 slot when I’m coming for the meal.
What’s on the plate and in the glass
Four courses of Burgundian cuisine, described as “100% Côte-d’Or,” preceded by an aperitif of gougères and Crémant de Bourgogne. Four Burgundy wines accompany the meal, including two premier crus selected by the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin, which has been headquartered in the building since 1944. The sommelier comments on the wines and the Climats of the Burgundy vineyard, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site—the association that manages them has also been based here since July 4, 2015. This is an adults-only lunch, in the literal sense: those under 18 are not admitted.
Generally included
- The guided tour of the château, in French or English depending on the time slot
- The aperitif: gougères and Crémant de Bourgogne
- The four-course menu
- Four Burgundy wines, including two premier crus
- The sommelier’s comments on the wines and the Climats
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Not included
- Transport to Vougeot
- Purchases at the château gift shop
- Tips
- Children and teenagers: the option is reserved for those 18 and over
When it’s open
From April to October, Tuesday to Sunday. From November to March, Wednesday to Sunday. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, which is not the case for the entire château tour—there is no elevator, and the old floors and stairs limit access to the upper levels. On Fridays and Saturdays, the château often hosts receptions; certain rooms, particularly the Renaissance kitchens and the dormitory, may be closed on these days. If you want to see the entire tour, aim for a weekday. Details of the rooms are on what to see at the château.
How much does a meal at the château cost?
I do not display any prices on this site, and not just on principle: they vary. What affects the price is the season, the day of the week, the availability of time slots, and for a group, the number of covers. The option includes entry to the château and a guided tour, which makes it difficult to compare with a simple meal in town. The daily rate is shown in the booking module above, along with the remaining spots: this is the only reliable source. For entry to the château alone, the on-site ticket office or the official website is the reference, as explained on opening hours and tickets.
What I would tell you before booking
The product is new and does not yet have any published reviews on GetYourGuide. I’m not going to invent testimonials for you: what I can say is that a maximum of ten covers in a building listed as a historic monument since 1949, with a sommelier commenting on four wines, is unlike any other offer in the sector. The risk, if you don’t like long meals, is that three hours may feel slow. The real advantage is seeing the vaulted Grand Cellier—which could hold two thousand barrels of wine—without the weekend crowds.
If you’re looking to combine the interior and the vineyards in a single day, read the comparison of the six options or our review of lunch at La Table de Léonce.
At the châteauLunch and tasting at La Table de Léonce, at Château du Clos de Vougeot
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ShortestCôte de Nuits: guided walk through the vineyards (2 h 30)
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Frequently asked questions
What is the price of a meal at Château du Clos de Vougeot?
We do not display any prices. They depend on the date, time slot, and number of guests, and the option includes entry and a guided tour, which makes it incomparable to a standard meal. The daily rate is in the booking module above. For entry alone, see opening hours and tickets.
Are children allowed?
No, the option is reserved for those 18 and over. With children, a self-guided visit of the château remains the best choice: a marked route, interactive screens, and a film shown in the Petit Cellier. See accessibility and children.
Is the château tour really included?
Yes, this is what sets this option apart: a guided tour in English before lunch at the 11:15 slot, or in French after lunch at the 11:45 slot. Details of what you’ll see are on what to see at the château.
On which days is the restaurant open?
From Tuesday to Sunday from April to October, from Wednesday to Sunday from November to March. Fridays and Saturdays are reception days at the château: some rooms may be closed. A weekday remains the best choice, see the best time to visit.