Hot Mulled Wine

In a 4 qt saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add sugar, spices, lemon zest, vanilla bean and half the orange slices. Simmer for about 10 minutes.Add 1 quart of the burgundy and bring to a full boil. Remove from heat and add the remaining burgundy. Strain through a cheese cloth lined mesh strainer. Pour into a crock pot to keep warm and add the remaining orange slices.

For a pretty presentation, rim pretty glass cups with granulated sugar or sanding sugar.