For the first time in the history of the Hospices de Beaune, the 2024 vintage will embody the successful conversion of its 60-hectare vineyard to organic farming. This new step forward in the prestigious history of the estate echoes the conviction and objectives of the institution to put at the core of their project the health-environment relationship.

2024, A Historic Vintage

Discover the first organic vintage produced by the Hospices de Beaune

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.

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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. Participating in the Hospices de Beaune Wine Sale is a unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional Burgundy wine while contributing to the work of the Hospices de Beaune and supporting the local communities.

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164E VENTE DES VINS DES HOSPICES DE BEAUNE

Since 1945, the Pièce de Charité, or Charity Barrel, has been auctioned each year by the Hospices de Beaune to benefit one or more charitable organizations. For the 164th edition of the Hospices de Beaune Wine Sale, the Régisseur, Madame Ludivine Griveau, has selected a unique pièce of Beaune Premier Cru Les Bressandes, which will be auctioned on November 17, 2024, for the benefit of Médecins Sans Frontières and the Global Gift Foundation. Every year, according to tradition, public figures sponsor these associations and lead the candle-lit auction of this exceptional barrel. The buyer is the last one to bid before the candle burns out. This year, Eva Longoria and Jean Reno will represent the Global Gift Foundation, while Dominic West and Zabou Breitman will support Médecins Sans Frontières during the auction of this unique pièce. This wine is aged in a barrel from the Billon cooperage in Beaune, crafted from wood sourced from the Bertranges forest in Burgundy, one of the gems of the Nivernais region. overing more than 10,000 hectares, it ranks, like the Tronçais forest, among the most prestigious in France. The wine presents a deep ruby color, an intense bouquet of fresh red fruits, and round tannins. Its texture is silky, and the oak will blend gradually. Both charitable organizations will benefit from the best that this vintage has to offer (and organic), fully aligned with the theme of the 164th wine auction: One Health.

Beaune Premier Cru Les Bressandes

The Charity Barrel

The uniqueness of this hospital organisation lies in its heritage, which consists of a historical monument, the 15th Century Hôtel-Dieu, which no longer welcomes patients, and the prestigious wine estate. All proceeds from this yearly auction directly benefit the Hospital. The profits generated have recently contributed to the purchase of a new scanner and equipment for a new cardiovascular rehabilitation department, operational since January 2021. Proceeds from future sales will be used to complete the reconstruction of the Philippe Le Bon Hospital in Beaune and to launch the reconstruction of the Seurre Hospital. Taking part in this historic auction offers the opportunity not only to purchase superb Burgundy wines, but also to contribute to one of the world’s truly historic charitable institutions, not to mention to become a part of the history and heritage of Burgundy itself.

Charitable use of the Sales Proceeds

Founded in 1443 by the Chancellor of the Duke of Burgundy, the Hospices de Beaune's first vocation was to provide care for the poor and destitute. Nicolas Rolin, founder of the Hospices de Beaune, made the hospital a permanent institution by endowing it with vineyards, freeing it from all taxes and providing it with a masterpiece of Flemish art, the Triptych of the Last Judgment by Rogier Van der Weyden. A long tradition of successive donations and bequests have enabled the hospital to build up a large wine-growing estate over the centuries.

The Hospices Civils de Beaune

 164E VENTE DES VINS DES HOSPICES DE BEAUNE

A Centuries-Old Institution Focused on the Future

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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Sotheby’s is delighted to present the 164th Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction, to be held at the Halles de Beaune on 17 November 2024. Taking place, as is tradition, on the third Sunday in November, this is the world’s oldest charity auction and most renowned wine auction.

164e Vente des Vins des Hospices de Beaune