As part of Les Trois Glorieuses, the annual Hospices auction now represents the pinnacle of the calendar in Burgundy and has become a vastly important cultural phenomenon in the region. Frequently comprising 51 different Cuvées, the wine auction not only raises important funds to be invested in the medical equipment and the modernisation of the hospital institution in the South Côte d’Or territory, but also for service and care of the local community.

A Centuries-Old Institution Focused on the Future

The Hospices Civils de Beaune

163e Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune

A Centuries-Old Institution

The Hospices de Beaune vineyards span over 60 hectares across Burgundy, mainly in Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, but spanning from Mâconnais in the South, to Chablis in the North of the Burgundy wine region. The Domaine has been built up over the years and centuries by successive donations, making it now one of the most renowned vineyards of Burgundy, with 80% of the Cuvées composed of Premier Crus and Grand Crus. Every year, on the third Sunday of November, the harvest of the season is sold at auction in barrels. The wine then has to be aged for 18 to 24 months with a local négociant-éleveur before bottling. The vast majority of the Hospices de Beaune Cuvées are located in Côte-de-Beaune or Côte-de-Nuits. It is important to note that two other very important Cuvées are located in Chablis and in the Mâconnais. These are: - Pouilly-Fuissé, Cuvée Françoise Poisard - Chablis Premier Cru Côte de Léchet, Cuvée Jean-Marc Brocard

51 different Cuvées are offered for sale each year, offering a vast choice of Burgundy wines en primeur.

The 51 Cuvées

An important lot, called the “Pièce de Charité” or “Pièce des présidents”, is included in the Hospices de Beaune wine auction and represents its charitable vocation. This lot consists of one entire barrel of an exceptional wine, donated by the Hospices de Beaune and sold for the benefit of charitable associations.

The Charity Barrel

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2023 marks the third year needed to complete official certification of the Hospices de Beaune’s conversion to organic farming. While there have been the usual stressful moments in the vineyards, the vines and their grapes have come through triumphantly to deliver another bountiful harvest of fine quality, following on to the successful harvest of 2022.

The 2023 Vintage

The town of Beaune and its surroundings are full of fascinating locations. Prepare for your trip as best as possible with our recommendations for local hotels and restaurants, as well as some suggestions of exhibitions and interesting sites to see during your visit.

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Ahead of the upcoming 163e Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune auction, we take a look at the ritual and tradition behind this historic sale, and the town it calls home.

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Sotheby’s is delighted to present the 163rd Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction, to be held at the Halles de Beaune on 19 November 2023. Taking place, as is tradition, on the third Sunday in November, this is the world’s oldest charity auction and most renowned wine auction.