Le Charlemagne
Pernand-Vergelesses, France
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
This vineyard devoted to Corton-Charlemagne is home to a fine dining establishment, whose peaceful, contemporary interior provides the perfect foil to sample dishes that waver between France and Japan and are dotted with surprising and inspired combinations. Out-of-the-ordinary, highly personal creations, based on the produce of the restaurant’s garden (and hives) and from local, stringently selected suppliers. All of which is flanked by an appropriately awesome wine list.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Japanese Garden and Ambiance: Le Charlemagne features a unique Japanese garden with a bamboo garden and waterfall, creating a tranquil and soothing environment that invites relaxation before dining. The entrance includes a video-projected koi pond, enhancing the Japanese charm and setting it apart from typical Burgundy restaurants.
Culinary Fusion with Japanese Influences: Chef Rudy Villien prioritizes a cuisine that creatively integrates sensitive energies and Japanese flavors, offering an extraordinary gastronomic experience that blends traditional French and Asian culinary elements, which is unconventional for a Michelin-starred restaurant in Burgundy.
Vineyard Views and Wine Heritage Connection: The restaurant is located amidst the famous vineyards of Pernand-Vergelesses, including the Grands Crus of Corton, Corton-Charlemagne, and Charlemagne. The restaurant’s name and identity are deeply tied to this prestigious wine heritage, offering diners a direct sensory connection to the terroir through both the view and the wine selection.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Le Charlemagne in Pernand-Vergelesses include:
Lobster: Featured prominently in signature dishes, lobster is paired with sun-kissed tomatoes and Greek basil, showcasing a balance of rich seafood flavor with fresh, aromatic herbs and ripe tomatoes.
Escargot de Fenay (snails): Used to add an earthy dimension to dishes, escargot is enhanced with complementary ingredients to highlight its unique texture and flavor, reflecting local Burgundy terroir.
Foie gras: Traditionally paired with the region’s powerful and mineral-driven white wines like Corton-Charlemagne, foie gras is valued for its rich, buttery texture that harmonizes with the wine’s acidity and aromatic complexity.
Charolais beef: Although more associated with nearby restaurants, Charolais beef is a regional specialty sometimes featured in refined preparations such as tataki, emphasizing local high-quality meat.
Local garden produce and honey: The restaurant emphasizes highly personal creations based on ingredients from its own garden and hives, reflecting a commitment to freshness and terroir-driven flavors.
These ingredients are significant because they reflect both the local Burgundy terroir and the restaurant’s blend of French tradition with subtle Asian influences, creating refined, balanced dishes that pair well with the prestigious regional wines like Corton-Charlemagne.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menus
- 6 courses: €180 (lunch), €220 (dinner)
- 8 courses: €250 (lunch), €300 (dinner)
A La Carte
- Blue Lobster: €95
- Foie Gras: €55
- Corton-Charlemagne: €120