Where to stay for Chardonnay Day 2027 in Chardonnay

Every year the wine world raises a glass to Chardonnay, and in 2027 the celebration lands where it all began: the village of Chardonnay in the Mâcon region of Burgundy. On 27 May, Place de l'Eglise becomes the stage for a full day devoted to the grape, with tastings, producer meetups, local food and live music. Organised by the Association CDAY, the day mixes winemaker encounters with gastronomy and craft stands, so visitors can taste a range of styles — from crisp, unoaked expressions to richer, barrel-aged pours — while meeting the people behind the bottles. It is an easygoing, walkable event built around the village square, with cellars and estates in the surrounding area often adding their own activities. The programme is open to both trade visitors and the general public, which makes it a practical stop for wine professionals sourcing Burgundy producers and for travellers building a wine route through the region. Because the event lasts a single day, many attendees stay nearby and pair it with visits to surrounding Burgundy appellations.