Traveling to Burgundy region from Paris tomorrow. Last minute trip due to some days freeing up while I am in Paris. Planning to visit the region Friday through Sunday. Taking the train in from Paris, likely to Dijon. I will spend one night in Dijon. I Starwood points, so I was able to get a room at Vertigo in Dijon. Considering moving to Beaune on the second night. Thoughts? I am able to get a room at La Terre D'Or, but only know it from Trip Advisor? Should I stay somewhere else? Open to other hotels or other towns. I don't mind spending money to stay in a great property.
My main interests are food and wine. I was thinking of renting a car for at least one day to explore the countryside and other towns. I plan on visiting the hospice de Beaune and potentially the Saturday market in Beaune.
I live in SF now and an a wine lover. From what I understand, visiting this region is nothing like visiting Napa and Sonoma - which is fine with me. I am more interested in quality and learning than "show." I generally dislike the tourist version of anything, but I am a tourist here, so....I would love your recommendations. I know Napa and Sonoma wines quite well, but know nothing about wines in this region, other than I love white burgundies when I tried them, but don't know the first thing about what the best ones are.
Finally, restaurant recommendations. Through internet research, I have a long list. I am flexible and don't have my heart set on anything. I've been lucky to enjoy meals at The French Laundry and other Michelin starred restaurants. However, 8+ course meals as a single woman surrounded by couples on romantic vacations, is not always the best experience. I'm open to that sort of experience, but also fine if it is not Michelin starred.
Thank you in advance for your help. This is my first post here. I've read through several forums on RS and am very impressed with the detailed knowledge and recommendations.