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AfarSep 2, 2026

This Restored Burgundy Château Puts Guests in the Middle of a Working Wine Estate

Château la Commaraine in Pommard, Burgundy, brings full-service luxury to a centuries-old wine estate without losing sight of the winemaking traditions that define the region.

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Château la CommaraineHotelPommard, FranceRestored historic château and wine estate, now a 37-room retreat.
Clos de la Commaraine vineyardSightPommard, FranceRestaurant Le VIII takes its name from its eight sub-parcels.
Royal Champagne Hotel & SpaHotelÉpernay, FranceSister property near Épernay, about a three-hour drive north.
Château la Commaraine’s own Pommard Premier Cru vineyardSightPommard, FranceFarms 18.5 acres of vines biodynamically.
Voie des VignesTrailPommard, FranceCycling route that passes just outside the property.
Manufacture de BourgognePlacePommard, FranceLocally made custom carpets used in hotel rooms.
Le ClosRestaurantPommard, FranceCasual restaurant with vineyard terrace, serves Burgundy classics.
Le VIIIRestaurantPommard, FranceGastronomic restaurant in the former vaulted cellar.
MyBlendPlacePommard, FranceSkincare line used for spa facials.
Flora Hair SpaPlacePommard, FranceOffers diagnostic treatments for hair and scalp needs.
Fontenille Collection’s Château de CîteauxHotelMeursault, France

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