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Bordeaux, bretels en betoverende tannines

Bordeaux, braces and enchanting tannins

If you thought suspenders had disappeared from the streets, you're sorely mistaken. They're making a comeback at the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux. Is this the new turtleneck, or does it perhaps have something to do with Bordeaux? I...

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A look inside La Pèira and Damaisela – Languedoc at its best

Languedoc is something. I always call it "France's New World." The region where—unlike the rest of France—anything goes. I never knew what other splendors and magnificence awaited. The bulk wine region with the occasional standout? No, you can't call it...

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A look inside Domaine de Trévallon

On a beautiful autumn day, we arrive at Domaine de Trévallon. There's not a cloud in the sky, but the wind is blowing hard. The mistral is making its presence felt. We're met by Ostiane Durrbach, the founder's granddaughter, who...

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A wine lover in Rhône & Languedoc

In October, I went on a wine tour to the South of France. Over four days, we visited seven wineries in the Rhône and Languedoc regions, including La Pèira, Château de Beaucastel, Domaine de Trevallon, and Domaine d'Aupilhac. Below, I'll...

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Tour de France: Wine and Cheese at the French Embassy

French cheese and wine tour Round 1: White rind cheese – cow's milk Brie de Meaux AOP Comes from Meaux, east of Paris. Pierre Robert Comes from Ile de France, around Paris. Chaource fermier AOC Comes from Champagne – Aube....

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A look inside La Cité du Vin in Bordeaux

Looking for a great city break? Look no further and head to Bordeaux. Not only are there plenty of charming wine bars, but you'll also find La Cité du Vin here. An architectural gem and a MUST-VISIT for any wine...

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Inside the Chateau de Beaucastel

Visiting Château de Beaucastel. For real? Yes! It's one of Châteauneuf-du-Pape's top estates and is located in the northwest of the appellation. In this blog post, I'll tell you more about the visit. The history of Chateau de Beaucastel The...

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Sussex vs. Champagne: Two Sides of the Parisian Basin

Last Thursday, the tasting "Two Sides of the Paris Basin" was on the agenda. Paris, two sides? What? It has to do with sparkling wine. From England and Champagne. We have the Paris Basin to thank for them. But what...

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Inside Bollinger

Friday, March 1, 2018. It's Friday, and just after noon, I drive into the town of Ay. If you didn't know better, you'd probably drive right past it. It's not exactly bustling, but excitement courses through me. It started on...

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A Wine Fan in Paris (2018): It's Chablis o'clock

Where everyone instantly in love Paris, it wasn't a piece of cake for me. I didn't understand those endearing words. A tough city, that's what I thought. The city of love? Paris, je t'aime? Nope. Okay, admittedly: I've never even walked hand...

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Off to the Jura: What is Vin Jaune?

Vin jaune , or 'yellow wine' if you translate it literally, comes from the Jura , the area in eastern France bordering Switzerland. The region no one talks about . The same goes for the wine. Or maybe not? For a long...

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What is Crémant: the French bubbly that isn't called Champagne

What is crémant ? Champagne, the queen of bubbles, we all know it. But we also all know you can't drink champagne all the time. Unless you live in a Bitcoin bubble. In that case, I'd crack open a nice...

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