Fish tartare: Which wines go with it?

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In this article, we'll look at a number of food and wine pairings. Firstly, with fish tartars, as there are a plethora of recipes, but also with fish ceviche. What's the difference? A fish tartare is a recipe in which the fish is not cooked and each ingredient is mixed when served, whereas a ceviche consists of "cooking" the fish in its marinade some thirty minutes before serving. Naturally, the... Read more

Domaine Raquillet: Guide to 5 emblematic vintages

The partner estate we're about to discuss comes from a generation of winegrowers who have been handed down from father to son for almost 11 generations. It is Domaine Raquillet. The estate was taken over in 1990 by François Raquillet and his wife Emmanuelle. A great enthusiast for vines, he succeeded in raising the estate to the very top. In this article, I'll tell you about the domaine's 5 emblematic cuvées. > See Domaine Raquillet wines in stock Details of... Read more

How to drink a Chassagne-Montrachet wine?

Before we explain how to drink it, let's take a brief look at the Chassagne-Montrachet appellation. Chassagne-Montrachet wines come from the Burgundy region, and more specifically from the Côte de Beaune vineyards. The appellation d'origine contrôlée was validated in July 1937, shortly after the creation of the appellations by the INAO. Chassagne-Montrachet wines can be white wines made from Chardonnay or red wines made from Pinot Noir. But there's more... Read more

Château des Jacques: Everything you need to know about this Beaujolais estate

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Dear Readers, in this new selection of articles, we take a look at the wine estates of the Beaujolais region. This region is located mainly in the Rhône département, but also has part of its territory in Saône-et-Loire. The main grape variety is Gamay, recognized as the son of Pinot Noir. In this first article, we take a look at Château des Jacques, currently run by Cyril Chirouze. According to the estate, "Gamay is a noble grape variety, and our Beaujolais crus have always belonged to the family of great wines... Read more

Louis Jadot: a prestigious Burgundy estate

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? Dear reader friends, have you heard of the great domaine Louis Jadot? Today, Pierre-Henry Gagey is at the helm of this great Burgundy estate. The estate covers 200 hectares, with a composition of terroirs that also includes the main Burgundy appellations. Frédéric Barnier has been in charge of vinification since 2012. Let us tell you about the history of this estate, and the details of its flagship cuvées. > Cuvées du domaine Louis Jadot in stock A story that begins well:... Read more

Jacques Prieur: Burgundy estate guide

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Dear readers, we're delighted to welcome you to the latest domaine in the Burgundy region. Domaine Jacques Prieur has existed since 1868, building one of the rarest terroir mosaics in Burgundy. However, it is the only domaine to own vines in all the major Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits appellations: Chambertin, Musigny, Clos Vougeot, Echézeaux, Corton, Meursault and Montrachet. In this article... Read more

Domaine Paul Pillot: Estate guide

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Domaine Paul Pillot has become a benchmark in the Chassagne-Montrachet and Saint-Aubin appellations. Since the success of the 2004 vintage, they have given themselves the means to produce the very best wines. In this article, I'll tell you about the history of this estate run by Thierry and Chrystelle. They produce white wines, straightforward, expressive wines and wines with great ageing potential. Find all Domaine Paul Pillot wines in stock and from the estate on Comptoir des Millésimes: > Cuvées... Read more

Bouzereau Michel et Fils: an estate with a team of enthusiasts

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? Dear readers, we're delighted to tell you about Domaine Bouzereau Michel et Fils. Another Burgundy domaine that has been passing on traditional values for 7 generations now. In this article, you'll learn about its history, as well as its emblematic cuvées. Find all Domaine Bouzereau wines in stock and from the domaine on Comptoir des Millésimes: > Cuvées de Bouzereau en provenance domaine History: This family has been growing vines in Meursault since... Read more