POST-CONFERENCE TOUR OPTION
We will go on an optional all day cultural visit to the Burgundy wine region on Saturday, June 11. The buses will pick up people from the hotel corridor at 8:30 am. We anticipate returning around 6:30 pm. If you plan to participate in this tour you should register on the EAM-I conference website and pay the $185 USD fee. The last day to sign up for this optional tour is Friday, May 20, 2022. Please sign up immediately if you want to participate as space is limited and available on a first-come-first-serve basis.
CHÂTEAU DE LA CRÉE
A Hidden Treasure in the Côte d’Or
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The venerable Château de la Crée estate in Santenay, Burgundy dates back to the 15th Century, when it was owned by Nicolas Rolin, chancellor to Philippe the Good and founder of the Hospices de Beaune.
Today the Château’s vineyards include seven rare Premier Cru blocks located entirely along the renowned Côte d’Or escarpment, home to some of the world’s most storied Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines.
Comprising 25 acres of prime vineyard blocks in Pommard, Volnay, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Santenay and Maranges, the Château de la Crée estate features a two-to-one varietal ratio of Pinot Noir to Chardonnay, with 40% of all plantings in Premier Cru sites.
Biodynamic farming practices are employed in all our vineyards to drive optimal terroir expression, and ensure soil and plant health.
Both Château de la Crée and Domaine Serene are uncompromising in their dedication to terroir transparency and a focus on sustainability.
This experience would be a unique combined tour of the historical Château de la Crée (est. 1431), ancient caves and grounds followed by a wine picnic in the park of the Château. After lunch, we will visit the newly renovated Domaine Evenstad, including the caves and winery with an educational tasting experience of our wines from Burgundy and a few selections from Oregon as well. It would last from 11am to 4pm.
The cost of this tour, including transportation, is 170€/$185 USD.
ADDITIONAL TOUR OPTIONS
The following tours are booked outside of EAMI and the conference. Learn more and book your tours by clicking on the links provided below.
8-day Hike the Tour du Mont Blanc, June 12-19: $3,125
Feel on top of the world on this hiking adventure! Uncover the Alps in all their glory as you spend eight days hiking the iconic Tour du Mont Blanc. Following a circuit route from Chamonix in France, come face to face with dizzying peaks, magnificent lakes and rolling green pastures, passing through Switzerland and Italy on the way. Each day ends in charming accommodation, from historic hotels to scenic alpine huts, and your luggage will be transported for you each day to lighten the load. With a highly qualified International Mountain Leader as your guide, they’ll not only ensure your safety throughout, but also show you what makes this part of the world so special. [More Info]
8-day South of France Sailing adventure (French Riviera – Nice to Marseille), June 11-18: $2,048
Set sail along France’s stunning Cote D’Azur from Nice to Marseille! This unique sailing adventure takes you to a side of France few get to see. Explore the exciting portside cities of Nice, Cannes and St Tropez, where glitz, a vibrant culture and lovely beaches await. Then sail to the islands of Ile du Levant, Ile du Porquerolles, Bormes-les-Mimosas and Port-Cros to experience the beauty of France’s Mediterranean and the Iles d’Hyeres Archipelago. Swim, snorkel and laze on the deck of the boat and on white-sand beaches, while also experiencing the natural beauty and intriguing history of the islands. There’s also delectable cuisine and unique waterside adventures awaiting you in each port. [More Info]
8-day South of France Sailing adventure (French Riviera – Marseille to Nice), June 18-25: $2,048
Sail the Mediterranean waters of the famed Cote d’Azur – otherwise known as the French Riviera! Get off the tourist trail and jump aboard a yacht to see France from the sultry Mediterranean. Go from one celebrated port to the next and uncover a side of France only the rich get to see. To contrast the excitement and fervour of the mainland, visit beautiful islands that are a wealth of unspoilt beaches, fascinating histories, natural parks and relaxed, quirky towns. From the charming French cities of Marseille, St-Tropez, Cannes and Nice to the relaxed environs of the islands of Porquerolles, Port-Cros, St Marguerite and St Honorat, this is a unique and relaxing sailing adventure filled with culture, good food and plenty of time to swim and relax in the sunny Mediterranean. [More Info]