The St Joseph guide: grape varieties, food and wine pairings

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Welcome to Comptoir des Millésimes. Today, our guide to the Rhône appellation: St Joseph. > Find our St Joseph in stock SAINT-JOSEPH: A highly prized appellation! Wines from the Rhône Valley are on a roll, at a time when wine lovers appreciate powerful, racy wines. The town of Saint-Joseph is one of them. Built around the town of Tournon and located in the northern part of the Côtes-du-Rhône, this... Read more

CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE WINE AND FOOD PAIRINGS

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Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines can be found on some of the world's finest tables, although it's true that red wines are tasted more often than whites. However, with a multitude of grape varieties to choose from in blending white Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines, interesting pairings are possible. > Order great Châteauneuf du Pape white wines and food pairings? Depending on its blend, the wine will not necessarily go with every dish.... Read more

WHAT SHOULD YOU DRINK WITH COLD MEATS?

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Welcome to Comptoir des Millésimes, the blog. Today we're talking about raw charcuterie. Highly aromatic, sometimes spicy, but often fatty on the palate, it requires a wine that accompanies it without overpowering it. > Order a Grand Cru at the best price WHICH WHITE WINES GO WITH CARCUTERIE? If you choose a white wine, you need a round, dry white, but not too dry. The varietal notes are likely to enhance the spices, if not... Read more

When and how to drink a Pomerol?

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Comptoir des Millésimes today presents its tips for serving and tasting the great wines of Pomerol. Pomerol wines are among the most sought-after and appreciated in the wine world, and have been since Roman times. It's also one of Bordeaux's smallest appellation d'origine contrôlée, with 792 hectares of vines. Discover our tips for tasting Pomerol wines. > See Pomerol wines... Read more

Which wine goes with duck breast?

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Duck breast is a refined dish, a tender, high-quality product, and it would be a shame not to enjoy it with a drink that goes perfectly with it. Here's what you need to know about choosing the right grape variety and white and red wines to pair with your duck breast. What's the best grape variety for duck breast? Red from Alsace, Burgundy, Bordeaux, the choice is vast, and it's not always easy to find your way around... Read more

What wine to serve with paella?

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Taste buds are given the opportunity to discover a whole new world of culinary delights. The right wine and food pairing transforms a meal into an exceptional moment, appreciated by all gourmets. To enjoy paella, a typical Spanish dish, it's a good idea to consult the wine and food pairing chart. In any case, the following information will help you decide which wine to drink with paella. Which wine goes with paella?... Read more

What wine to serve with cheese?

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Wine and cheese are a popular pairing. Whether celebrating a special occasion or hosting a wine and cheese party, food and wine pairing is a question that comes up time and again. Finding the right food and wine pairing is not always easy. Generally speaking, it's best to choose a wine and cheese pairing based on the region of origin of the products. However, it's up to you to try out more original pairings to suit your own tastes... Read more