Master Innholders Educational Visit to Louis Jadot

The Master Innholders is delighted to announce that this year’s educational visit will be to Burgundy, France in partnership with Louis Jadot, one of the region’s most prestigious and well-respected wine producers.

This special two-day experience, running from 1st–2nd October 2025, is designed to deepen your understanding of Burgundy’s winemaking legacy while enjoying behind-the-scenes access to historic vineyards, cellars, and expert tastings, as well as giving you insights and ideas to take back to your own hotels.

With an in-depth look into Burgundy’s unique winemaking practices and vineyard classifications, the educational trip provides the perfect opportunity for sommeliers or hoteliers with an interest in wines to learn more about this exciting industry.

The full itinerary for the two days is as follows:

Day One – Wednesday 1st October 2025

07:00 – Meet at Gatwick Airport
08:15 – Flight departs from Gatwick to Lyon, landing at 10:55 local time
12:30 – Arrive at Château des Jacques in Beaujolais for a tour, tasting, and educational session
18:00 – Travel to Beaune
Evening – Tour and dinner at Couvent des Jacobins, Jadot’s historic cellar in the heart of Beaune

Day Two – Thursday 2nd October 2025

Morning – Guided tour and tasting at the Louis Jadot site in Beaune
12:00 – Lunch with the Jadot team
14:15 – Depart for Lyon
18:55 – Return flight to Gatwick, arriving 19:30 local time

Applications are open to hoteliers from both Master Innholder and Innholder Scholar led hotels. As the trip will involve travelling abroad, please ensure both your passport and relevant visa is up-to-date for the dates of travel.

To apply to this year’s educational trip, please email secretary@masterinnholders.co.uk for an application form.

This is more than a trip—it’s a rare opportunity to deepen your appreciation of one of the world’s most intricate and celebrated wine regions. We look forward to welcoming our group of hoteliers on this memorable journey through Burgundy!