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The Grape Harvesting of Burgundy

Some of the most famous Wines in the world come from Burgundy: Chablis, Beaujolais, Côtes de Nuits, Côtes de Beaune, Côtes Chalonnaise and Côtes Mâconnaise. But haven’t you Ever wondered how they are made?
Grape harvesting (known as les vendanges in French) is an immense task involving picking endless rows on slopes of red and white grapes. In Burgundy, grape harvesting takes places every year in autumn, normally towards the end of September. On average it lasts 10 days, but can vary according to the climatic conditions and the number of grape pickers. It involves two teams: the pickers and the carriers. The pickers are generally smaller people who cut the grapes of the vines and the carriers are normally stronger people who carry the baskets and boxes of grapes to the vehicles ready to be taken away. The teams are normally made up of students, neighbours, friends and family members. Usually the teams are made up of people who have no experience in picking grapes and are watched by a vine grower who makes sure that they are picking the grapes correctly. Traditionally, the grapes are always handpicked as it guarantees the best quality wine because the pickers can choose the ripest grapes and they get to remain perfectly unaltered up until their transformation (it is actually a law in Burgundy that all grapes must be picked by hand and not by a machine). The grapes are simply cut with scissors and then placed in a bucket. As the vines in Burgundy are not very high, a lot of bending is required to be able to pick them. Going up and down the steep slopes especially when carrying baskets full of grapes is not easy, but when it rains or the ground is wet it can become very tricky. Gathering the grapes is a very hard job which demands a lot of precision and concentration but there is always an excellent atmosphere, with the grape pickers always willing to help each other out.
The excitement of the Burgundian harvest is infectious and is not something to be missed. At that particular time of year the region boasts great weather, beautiful countryside and some of the best Restaurants in France.
The region of Burgundy is divided up into 4 départements: Yonne, Côte d’Or, Saone et Loire and Nièvre. Each département has its own wine and individual celebrations during the grape harvesting season.
In Yonne, the northern part of Burgundy, the town of Joigny holds a huge Wine Harvest Festival (Fête des Vendanges) with many stalls selling wine, regional products and crafts, there is also entertainment and wine tastings. This year the festival takes place on 11th October from 10.00am – 6.00pm and costs €1 or €3 if you want a tasting glass.

For Burgundians, the best part of the wine year comes two months after the harvest, at the world famous auction at the Hospice de Beaune. Wine buyers from all over the world go to the département of Côte d’Or in eastern Burgundy to the town of Beaune, to bid on the Wines From the latest harvest. Parties are held everywhere, but the most famous one is held in the former abbey known as the Clos de Vougeot, where 500 people all sit down to dinner, drink great wines and sing!
In southern Burgundy, in the département of Saone et Loire, in the wine region of Beaujolais, the most exciting day of the Wine Making process is usually the third Thursday of November, which sees the release of the Beaujolais Nouveau. This is the wine made only six to eight weeks after the harvest and is proclaimed in restaurants all over the world. The Beaujolais Nouveau is a Red Wine made from the Gamay grape which gives the wine a fruity taste. The wine is intended for immediate drinking and should not be kept for more than a year.  
The western département of Nièvre is particularly well known for its white wine; Pouilly-Fumé. It is a dry white wine made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape variety and has a smoky flavour. If you are keen to give it a try, regular tastings are offered at the cooperative cellar of Pouilly ‘Les Moulins à vent’. There are also several festivals of regional produce and a wine fair on 15th August. And in October, Nièvre also boasts its new Wine Festival (Fête du vin nouveau).  
With so many events to choose from, you’ll be sure to have a wonderful wine experience in Burgundy this autumn.

Property Market Update in Burgundy
According to Rightmove, the region of Burgundy is being recommended to property buyers as it has a very stable property market. This stability and the region’s Wineries make it a very attractive place to buy a home. Burgundy’s 4 different départements can all offer you a beautiful place to live in.

Yonne
Prices in this area have increased by 6% to 13% in the last few years. They increased by 0.7% last year and they are expected to slightly decrease by 5% to 10% in 2009 before recovering in 2010. The average price for a 3-bedroom stone house in Yonne is €129,300. Sextant Properties can offer you a 2-bedroom house with a fireplace, a fitted kitchen, a large garden and a garage for €119,600 (Ref. 18353). If you are looking for something a little bigger then we can offer you a 4-bedroom house with exposed beams, a garden, a barn, a well and an orchard for €110,000 (Ref. 18352).

Côte d’Or
Prices in the Côte d’Or have increased by 0.1% to 14% over the last few years. They increased by 0.1% last year and we expect to see prices slightly decrease this year by about 10% before recovering next year. The average price for a 3-bedroom stone house in this area is €155,900. Take a look at this 2 bedroom habitable stone house which comes with a large 1546m2 garden for €121,500 (Rref 19203). If you are after a house that does not involve any work to be carried out then have a look at this 5 bedroom house with Wine Cellar for €308,000 (Ref 19229).

Saone et Loire
In this part of Burgundy, prices have increased by up to 16% per year over the last few years. Although, last year they did decrease by 0.4% and they will probably continue to decrease by 5%-7% this year before increasing again in 2010. The average price for a 4-bedroom stone house in Saone et Loire is €143,800. In this area you can find a  5-bedroom house set in a 1.3 acre garden which comes with a summer kitchen, a mezzanine, a garage and a cellar for €140, 720 (Ref. 18277). If you are keen to live in a single storey house then this 2-bedroom house with a convertible attic and an outbuilding consisting of a garage and a workshop could be for you for €99,000 (Ref. 18272).

Nièvre
Prices in Nièvre have increased by up to 15% per year during the last few years. However, last year they did decrease by nearly 1% and it is likely that will continue to decrease by about 9% in 2009 before recovering in 2010. The average price for a 4-bedroom stone house in Nièvre is €152,100. Have a look at this 6-bedroom recently renovated house with a large 1750m² garden, a terrace, a summer kitchen, a fitted kitchen, a balcony with one of the bedrooms and a garage for €145,000 (Ref. 17837). If you are looking for something a little cheaper then you can buy a 4-bedroom traditional house with a marble fireplace, a large garden, a detached garage and a cellar for €90,000 (Ref. 17833).

Burgundy is a beautiful region to buy a home in. With great food, wine and weather and many things to see and do you’ll start to enjoy your new Burgundian lifestyle very quickly.

About the Author

Matthieu Cany is Managing Director of Sextant French Property

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'Wine is Good' Baseball Cap (Burgundy) $14.95 Save 20% on 2 or More Wine Is Good! It most definitely is especially when it's embroidered on the front of this comfortable 100% cotton brushed twill baseball cap. Burgundy background and white lettering stitch is a fun way to display your enthusiasm. The 6-panel stone color unstructured cap features sewn eyelets and a tuck away fabric closure. One size fits most and adjusts with a slider snap on the fabric closure; the excess strap tucks away for a clean finish. Size: One Size Fits Most

Tritan Diva Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 6) $74.95 Tritan Diva wine glasses are crystal-clear goblets and developed with a perfect shaped for Burgundy wine. Packaged as a set of 6 these wine glasses are far stronger than ordinary crystal and technologically superior because theyre based on much rarer and more expensive titanium instead of lead. Dishwasher safe they will not dull cloud or break easily. Revolutionary in design Tritan Diva wine glasses are very thin lead-free crystal that chimes when tapped belying its super strength. Size: 9-4/5'H 28- oz.

Wine Enthusiast Essential Wine Buying Guide 2009 $29.95 Choose the right wine every time! From the editors of Wine Enthusiast Magazine comes the most current comprehensive and informative wine buying guide on the market. Based on tastings by a distinguished in-house panel this wine buying guide features qualitative ratings reviews and prices for more than 50 000 wines. Plus tips on when each wine is best enjoyed. Also includes expert advice on tasting and storing vintage wine charts and Top 10 lists. 990 pages. Softcover.

Riedel Vinum Pinot Noir/Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $49.95 Riedel Vinum Wine Glasses make every drop of wine taste its best. Riedel revolutionized glassware by customizing the shape of wine glasses to a particular type of wine. Each wine glass is fine-tuned to direct the flow of the wine onto parts of the palate that will best express the flavors and aromas of a specific wine varietal. The fine crystal offers superb clarity so you can experience the wine's color and texture.Moreover all machine made Vinum stems are completely dishwasher safe. Made of over 24% leaded crystal. The Ridel Vinum Pinot Noir / Burgundy wine glass is ideal for full-bodied red wines with high acidity and moderate tannins. Its slightly tapered rim directs the flow of wine toward the front palate highlighting the rich fruit while tempering the acidity. The generously sized bowl provides ample breathing space for the bouquet to develop capturing the nuances of the wines aromas. Recommended for: Barbaresco Barbera Barolo Burgundy (red) Gamay Nebbiolo Pinot Noir. Size: 8-1/4'H 24-3/4 oz. Riedel Model # 6416/7

Riedel Sommeliers Pinot Noir/Burgundy Wine Glass (1) $105.95 The creme de la creme of luxury stems. The Riedel Sommeliers wine glass line is the top-of-the-line series of stemware from the legendary Riedel. Wine experts agree that glassware makes a profound difference on how wines taste. Riedel Sommeliers wine glasses are the benchmark and the most successful series of hand-made glasses in the world. Each Sommeliers wine glass is individually made of 24% lead crystal: the wine glass bowls are mouth-blown into a mould the stem and base are handcrafted using ancient glass-making methods. Recommend to hand wash. The Riedel Sommeliers Pinot Noir / Burgundy wine glass reveals the glory of top-class Burgundies and Pinot Noir wines. The large bowl allows the bouquet to develop to the fullest while the slightly flared top lip maximizes the fruit flavors by directing the wine to the front palate which ensure the fruit is highlighted while keeping the acidity of the wine in balance. Recommended for: Burgundy (red) Barbaresco Barolo Beaujolais Grand Cru. Size: 9-3/4'H x 3-3/4' Dia. 37 oz. Riedel Model # 4400/16

Riedel Sommeliers Montrachet/White Burgundy Wine Glass (1) $65.95 The creme de la creme of luxury stems. The Riedel Sommeliers wine glass line is the top-of-the-line series of stemware from the legendary Riedel. Wine experts agree that glassware makes a profound difference on how wines taste. Riedel Sommeliers wine glasses are the benchmark and the most successful series of hand-made glasses in the world. Each Sommeliers wine glass is individually made of 24% lead crystal: the wine glass bowls are mouth-blown into a mould the stem and base are handcrafted using ancient glass-making methods. Recommend to hand wash. The Riedel Sommeliers Montrachet / White Burgundy Wine Glass was designed for complex and dense white wines with high levels of alcohol and moderate acidity. The size of the bowl allows space for the rich bouquet to develop its range of aromas while minimizing the risk of it becoming over concentrated. Recommended for: Burgundy (white) Chardonnay Corton-Charlemagne Meursault Montrachet Pouilly-Fuiss St. Aubin. Size: 7-7/8'H 17-5/8 oz. Riedel Model # 4400/7

Riedel Vinum Extreme Pinot Noir/Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $59.95 Affordable elegance taken up a notch! The Riedel Vinum Extreme Wine Glass series pushes the boundaries of glassware. Riedel combines a dazzling oversized bowl with a unique angular look and an extra-tall stem to create a wine glass that is as beautiful to look at as it is to drink from. Vinum Extreme is machine made of fine lead crystal and is designed in the incomparable Riedel style to emphasize and enhance the flavors of every wine you drink. Recommend to hand wash. The Pinot Noir / Burgundy wine glass is ideal for full-bodied red wines with high acidity and moderate tannins. Its slightly tapered rim directs the flow of wine toward the front palate highlighting the rich fruit while tempering the acidity. The generously sized bowl provides ample breathing space for the bouquet to develop capturing the nuances of the wines aromas. Recommended for: Burgundy (red) Barbaresco Barolo Beaujolais Grand Cru. Size: 9-5/8'H x 2-5/8' Dia. 27-1/8 oz. Riedel Model # 444/7

Riedel 'O' Chardonnay/White Burgundy Stemless Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $24.95 Quality meets casual. The Riedel Stemless O Wine Glasses are the newest revolution in glassware. Casual yet elegant these wine glasses are appropriate for fine wine enjoyment as well as casual sipping. The wine glasses were shaped to fit into a dishwasher and fine-tuned to enhance the pleasure of your favorite wine varietals. In keeping with the Riedel glassware tradition these wine glasses have become the benchmark for stemless glassware. Machine made in Germany of lead-free crystal. Gift boxed in sets of 2. Dishwasher Safe. Size: 3-5/8'H x 3-1/4' Dia. 20-3/4 oz. Riedel Model # 414/97

Riedel 'O' Pinot Noir/Burgundy Stemless Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $24.95 As Featured in O The Oprah Magazine April 2007 - 'the O list' Quality meets casual. The Riedel Stemless O Wine Glasses are the newest revolution in glassware. Casual yet elegant these wine glasses are appropriate for fine wine enjoyment as well as casual sipping. The wine tumblers were shaped to fit into a dishwasher and fine-tuned to enhance the pleasure of your favorite wine varietals. In keeping with the Riedel glassware tradition these wine glasses have become the benchmark for stemless glassware. Made in Germany of lead-free crystal. Gift boxed in sets of 2. Size: 4-1/2'H 3-1/4' Dia. 23-7/8 oz. Riedel Model # 414/7

Tritan Diva Chardonnay / White Burgundy Wine Glasses (Set of 6) $69.95 Tritan Diva wine glasses are crystal-clear goblets and developed with a perfect shaped to enjoy Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc wine. Packaged as a set of 6 these wine glasses are far stronger than ordinary crystal and technologically superior because theyre based on much rarer and more expensive titanium instead of lead. Dishwasher safe they will not dull cloud or break easily. Revolutionary in design Tritan Diva wine glasses are very thin lead-free crystal that chimes when tapped belying its super strength. Size: 8-9/10'H 16-1/4 oz.

Wine Enthusiast Waiter Style Corkscrew (Burgundy) $4.95 Traditional waiter's style corkscrew used in many restaurants around the world.

Wine a Bit Applique Flag $34.95 Give sound wine advice! With this 'Wine a Bit You'll Feel Better' flag waving outside your house passersby can't help but smile and be encouraged by its playful wit. Double-sided flag features tightly stitched applique on 100% weather-proof nylon (310 denier) for long-lasting enjoyment. Burgundy and white with multicolored grapevine design. Hang with standard house flagpole assembly (not included). Size: 43'H x 27-1/2'W

100 Wine Enthusiast Pastel Color Coded Wine Bottle Tags $12.99 Organize your wines for easy access. Wine bottle tags let you arrange your wine collection so you can separate your Bordeaux from your Burgundy without having to read the wine labels. Differentiate wines that are ready to drink from those that are still aging. These perfectly cut wine bottle tags fit large Champagne bottlenecks (flange-tops too) and won't slip off standard wine bottlenecks. Made of durable resin-coated paper that accepts any writing instrument. Each pack is only availble with 25 of each color; rose peach moss and lavender for a total of 100 bottle tags. Colors are not sold seperately.

100 Wine Enthusiast Color Coded Wine Bottle Tags $12.99 Organize your wines for easy access. Wine bottle tags let you arrange your wine collection so you can separate your Bordeaux from your Burgundy without having to read the wine labels. Differentiate wines that are ready to drink from those that are still aging. These perfectly cut wine bottle tags fit large Champagne bottlenecks (flange-tops too) and won't slip off standard wine bottlenecks. Made of durable resin-coated paper that accepts any writing instrument. Each pack is only available with 25 of each color; blue yellow green and white for a total of 100 bottle tags. Colors are not sold separately.

100 Ultra Wine Bottle Tags (Paper) $12.95 Introducing a new design that allows for more writing room. Organize your wines for easy access. Wine bottle tags let you arrange your wine collection so you can separate your Bordeaux from your Burgundy without having to read the wine labels. Differentiate wines that are ready to drink from those that are still aging. These perfectly cut wine bottle tags fit large Champagne bottlenecks (flange-tops too) and won't slip off standard wine bottlenecks. Set of 100. View our complete selection of wine bottle tags.

Retractable Foil Cutter Corkscrew (Burgundy) $19.95 Patented design that incorporates the necessary foil cutter into a waiter's style corkscrew. Non-coated stainless steel worm included. Burgundy color.

'Wine is Good' Baseball Cap (Stone) $14.95 Wine Is Good! It most definitely is especially when it's embroidered on the front of this comfortable 100% cotton brushed twill baseball cap. Burgundy background and white lettering stitch is a fun way to display your enthusiasm. The 6-panel stone color unstructured cap features sewn eyelets and a tuck away fabric closure. One size fits most and adjusts with a slider snap on the fabric closure; the excess strap tucks away for a clean finish. Size: One Size Fits Most

Riedel Vinum Chardonnay Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $39.95 Riedel Vinum Wine Glasses make every drop of wine taste its best. Riedel revolutionized glassware by customizing the shape of wine glasses to a particular type of wine. Each wine glass is fine-tuned to direct the flow of the wine onto parts of the palate that will best express the flavors and aromas of a specific wine varietal. The fine crystal offers superb clarity so you can experience the wine's color and texture. Moreover all machine made Vinum stems are completely dishwasher safe. Made of over 24% leaded crystal. The Riedel Vinum Chardonnay wine glass is perfect for dry white wines including Chablis and lighter-style Chardonnay. Its narrow rim directs the flow of wine toward the mid-palate allowing you to appreciate the balance of fruit flavors and acidity. The subtle elongation of the bowl captures the complex characters of the wines aromas. Recommended for: Bordeaux (white) Burgundy (white) Chablis Chardonnay Chenin Blanc Pinot (Blanc Grigio Gris) Viognier. Size: 7-3/4'H 12-3/8 oz. Riedel Model # 6416/5

Clef du Vin Pocket Wine Tasting Tool (Brushed Steel) $99.95 Mature young wine instantly. When dipped into wine the patented metal alloy on the tip replicates the aging process softening the tannins in young wines and improving their taste. Tested over 10 years by scientists and sommeliers this compact taste enhancer has received praise throughout Europe and is endorsed by the Wine Enthusiast Magazine testing panel. Bring it to restaurants wine shops and tastings! Comes in a gift box. (Pocket Version) Lets you see the future of any wine Determines the ideal length of time to cellar wines Unique patented device widely acclaimed in Europe and Asia Folds up pocket size with a handy carry chain Goes with you to restaurants wine shops wine tastings and traveling. An essential gift for any wine lover Lets you manage your wine cellar like you have a crystal ball. Comes in a elegantly wrapped burgundy wooden showcase box.

Riedel Sommeliers Chardonnay Wine Glass (1) $65.95 The creme de la creme of luxury stems. The Riedel Sommeliers wine glass line is the top-of-the-line series of stemware from the legendary Riedel. Wine experts agree that glassware makes a profound difference on how wines taste. Riedel Sommeliers wine glasses are the benchmark and the most successful series of hand-made glasses in the world. Each Sommeliers wine glass is individually made of 24% lead crystal: the wine glass bowls are mouth-blown into a mould the stem and base are handcrafted using ancient glass-making methods. Recommend to hand wash. The Riedel Sommeliers Chardonnay Wine Glass was designed to highlight the velvety supple texture found in Chardonnay wines and emphasize the fruit and long balanced finish. This classic Riedel shape allows young wines to express all their invigorating freshness while more mature wines are encouraged to deliver the nutty spicy mineral flavours so typical of the variety. Recommended for: Albario Bourgogne Aligot Bordeaux (white) Burgundy (white) Chablis Chardonnay Chenin Blanc Corton-Charlemagne Hermitage blanc Marsanne Meursault Pinot (Blanc Grigio Gris) Sauvignon blanc (Barrique) Sauvignon-Smillon (Barrique) Viognier. Size: 8-1/2'H x 2-3/8' Dia. 12-3/8 oz. Riedel Model # 4400/0* - Same glass as the Mature Cabernet

Riedel Vinum Chardonnay/Montrachet Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $49.95 Riedel Vinum Wine Glasses make every drop of wine taste its best. Riedel revolutionized glassware by customizing the shape of wine glasses to a particular type of wine. Each wine glass is fine-tuned to direct the flow of the wine onto parts of the palate that will best express the flavors and aromas of a specific wine varietal. The fine crystal offers superb clarity so you can experience the wine's color and texture. Moreover all machine made Vinum stems are completely dishwasher safe. Made of over 24% leaded crystal. The Riedel Vinum Chardonnay / Montrachet wine glass is ideal for full-bodied new and old world Chardonnay wines revealing the intensity and complex layering of the wines aromas. Its wide rim directs the flow of the wine over the outer palate to emphasize acidity. This sets off the alcohol and rich flavors of the wine highlighting the supple texture and ensuring a long balanced finish. The rounded bowl allows for the rich bouquet to develop a complex range of aromas and nuances. Recommended for: Burgundy (white) Chardonnay Corton-Charlemagne Meursault Montrachet Pouilly-Fuiss St. Aubin. Set of 2. Size: 7-3/8'H 21-1/8 oz.

Riedel Sommeliers Riesling Grand Cru Wine Glass (1) $64.95 The creme de la creme of luxury stems. The Riedel Sommeliers wine glass line is the top-of-the-line series of stemware from the legendary Riedel. Wine experts agree that glassware makes a profound difference on how wines taste. Riedel Sommeliers wine glasses are the benchmark and the most successful series of hand-made glasses in the world. Each Sommeliers wine glass is individually made of 24% lead crystal: the wine glass bowls are mouth-blown into a mould the stem and base are handcrafted using ancient glass-making methods. Recommend to hand wash. The Riesling grape variety produces some of the finest white wines in which high acidity is balanced with residual sugar. The wine also ages exceptionally well. In search of the shape that would best match this new style Stuart Pigott a British wine journalist specialising in Riesling put together a tasting of the finest 1990 vintages from Germany France and Austria. Riedel sent a selection of glasses for evaluation suspecting - correctly - that their Chianti Classico glass might prove ideal. This tasting was subsequently repeated in London Paris and New York raising awareness among wine writers of the new Riesling styles. The wines were presented exclusively in this glass which henceforth also goes under the name of the Sommeliers Riesling Grand Cru. Recommended for: Alsace Grand Cru Jurancon Sec Patrimonio Riesling (late harvest) Semillon Smaragd (late harvest dry) Teroldego Vouvray. Size: 8-7/8'H 13-3/8 oz. Riedel Model # 4400/15

Spiegelau vinovino Pinot Noir Wine Glasses (Set of 4) $44.95 Spiegelau's vinovino Pinot Noir wine glasses are lead-free and first ever machine made pulled stem wine glasses on the market. High performance glasses produced using modern glass making technology. vinovino Pinot Noir models the classic shape of the Vino Grande Pinot Noir and takes it to the next level. Its affordable elegance is designed for every taste and wine enjoyment need. The machine-made vinovino pulled stem series is exceptionally beautiful and durable and is designed to enhance Pinot Noir/Burgundy flavor and bouquet. Each shape is specific to how the wine will aerate and how the bouquet will be delivered to your nose. Lead free Crystal. Dishwasher safe. Size: 8-3/4'H x 4-1/5' Dia. 24 oz. Spiegelau Model # 438180

Riedel Vinum Extreme Chardonnay Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $59.95 Affordable elegance taken up a notch! The Riedel Vinum Extreme Wine Glass series pushes the boundaries of glassware. Riedel combines a dazzling oversized bowl with a unique angular look and an extra-tall stem to create a wine glass that is as beautiful to look at as it is to drink from. Vinum Extreme is machine made of fine lead crystal and is designed in the incomparable Riedel style to emphasize and enhance the flavors of every wine you drink. Recommend to hand wash. The Riedel Vinum Extreme Chardonnay wine glass is perfect for dry white wines including Chablis and lighter-style Chardonnay. Its narrow rim directs the flow of wine toward the mid-palate allowing you to appreciate the balance of fruit flavors and acidity. The subtle elongation of the bowl captures the complex characters of the wines aromas. Recommended for: Bordeaux (white) Burgundy (white) Chablis Chardonnay Chenin Blanc Pinot (Blanc Grigio Gris) Viognier. Size: 8-7/8'H x 3-1/4' Dia. 23-5/8 oz. Riedel Model # 444/97

Two Piece Pocket Corkscrew (Burgundy) $1.5 Two Piece Pocket Corkscrew easily pulls you corks out the easy way. Screw in to the cork and pull out. Size: 3-1/2' This corkscrew is not meant for use with synthetic corks.

Designer Wine Rack Kit - 6 Column Half Height (Poplar Natural) $189 Luxurious wood wine rack is 6 columns half-height. Holds 60 bottles and has a handcrafted look that completes fine custom racking at a price that only a modular kit could offer. Every component is available in classic wood stain finishes with the look and quality that will last a lifetime. Wine Rack Kit features include: Full-depth racking-measuring 13' deep-that completely supports a standard bottle of Burgundy or Bordeaux along its entire length. Custom details like beveled rails eased edges and face trim on the Solid Diamond Cube and Bin. Custom design elements such as the Quarter Round Shelf Cabinet Vertical Display Cabinet and Waterfall that have never been offered in a kit before. Curved corners offered with or without 15 degree bottle display. Pre-drilled holes make assembly easy hardware included. 6 Column Half Height - Size: 34-7/16' H x 27-11/16' W x 13-1/2' D - Made in the U.S.A.

Designer Wine Rack Kit - 108 Bottle Tasting Table (Poplar Natural) $379 Luxurious style with a handcrafted look that rivals fine custom racking at a price that only a modular kit could offer. Every component is available in classic wood stain finishes with the look and quality that will last a lifetime. Wine Rack Kit features include: Full-depth racking that completely supports a standard bottle of Burgundy or Bordeaux along its entire length. Custom details like beveled rails eased edges and face trim on the Solid Diamond Cube and Bin. Custom design elements such as the Quarter Round Shelf Cabinet Vertical Display Cabinet and Waterfall that have never been offered in a kit before. Curved corners offered with or without 15 degree bottle display. Pre-drilled holes makes easy assembly hardware included. 108 Bottle Tasting Table - Size: 36 9/16' H x 29 1/16' W x 27 9/16' D - Made in the U.S.A.

Designer Wine Rack Kit - Open Diamond Cube (Redwood Natural) $209 Luxurious style with a handcrafted look that rivals fine custom racking at a price that only a modular kit could offer. Every component is available in classic finishes with the look and quality that will last a lifetime. Wine Rack Kit features include: Full-depth racking-measuring 13-1/2' deep-that completely supports a standard bottle of Burgundy or Bordeaux along its entire length. Custom details like beveled rails eased edges and face trim on the Solid Diamond Cube and Bin. Custom design elements such as the Quarter Round Shelf Cabinet Vertical Display Cabinet and Waterfall that have never been offered in a kit before. Curved corners offered with or without 15 degree bottle display. Open Diamond Cube - Size: 72'H x 24-3/16'W x 13-1/2'D - Made in the U.S.A.

Designer Wine Rack Kit - Open Diamond Cube (Red Oak Natural) $214 Luxurious style with a handcrafted look that rivals fine custom racking at a price that only a modular kit could offer. Every component is available in classic finishes with the look and quality that will last a lifetime. Wine Rack Kit features include: Full-depth racking-measuring 13' deep-that completely supports a standard bottle of Burgundy or Bordeaux along its entire length. Custom details like beveled rails eased edges and face trim on the Solid Diamond Cube and Bin. Custom design elements such as the Quarter Round Shelf Cabinet Vertical Display Cabinet and Waterfall that have never been offered in a kit before. Curved corners offered with or without 15 degree bottle display. Pre-drilled holes make assembly easy hardware included. Open Diamond Cube - Size: 72' H x 24 3/16' W x 13 1/2' D - Made in the U.S.A.

Designer Wine Rack Kit - 5 Column Individual w/o Display (Redwood Natural) $259 Luxurious style with a handcrafted look that rivals fine custom racking. This 5 column wine rack kit does not include a display but its affordable price is one that only a modular kit could offer. Holds up to 100 wine bottles this wine rack has great appeal by itself or as a component within the wine rack kit system. Wine Rack Kit features include: Full-depth racking-measuring 13-1/2' deep-that completely supports a standard bottle of Burgundy or Bordeaux along its entire length. Custom details like beveled rails eased edges and face trim on the Solid Diamond Cube and Bin. Custom design elements such as the Quarter Round Shelf Cabinet Vertical Display Cabinet and Waterfall that have never been offered in a kit before. Curved corners offered with or without 15 degree bottle display. Never-before wood and finish options that let you enhance your beautifully grained mahogany racks. 5 Column Rack Kit w/o Display. Size: 72'H x 23-3/16'W x 13-1/2'D - Made in the U.S.A.

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The 2009 Burgundy harvest