Château Simone: Presentation of the estate and its wines

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Château Simone: Presentation of the estate and its wines
Today we'd like to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Château Simone. The château is located 4 km from Aix-en-Provence on the hillside of Meyreuil, a former bastide of the Grand Carmes d'Aix. > All Partner Estate Guides Château Simone has been owned by the Rougier family since 1830. Thanks to the success of its wines, today it is part of the Provencal territory as the jewel of the "AOC Palette" appellation, covering an area of 50 hectares. The château is spread over an area of 20 hectares... Read more

Domaine Delas Frères: Guide and presentation of the estate

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Today we'd like to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Domaine Delas Frères. Delas Frères is one of the best-known Rhône wine producers among a large number of appellations. They produce exceptional wines in the Côte-Rôtie and Hermitage appellations in the northern Rhône (Septentrional). They are also known for producing some of the finest wines in the region. They also have one of the longest histories in the appellation. > All Domaines Partenaires Guides... Read more

Domaine Pierre Gaillard: Guide and presentation of the estate

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Today, we'd like to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Domaine Pierre Gaillard. > Partner estates: See all guides ? This estate is located in Malleva and is a new producer in the Côte-Rôtie appellation. It was founded in 1986 with just 0.25 hectares of vines. Before founding his domaine, Pierre Gaillard was experienced in all things Côte-Rôtie. He planted those first vines that were used in Guigal's famous "La Turque" cuvée wines. Their cuvées... Read more

Domaine Gerin: Guide and presentation of the estate

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Domaines Partenaires-Domaine Gerin
Today, we'd like to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Domaine Gerin. The Gerin family resides in the heart of the Côte-Rôtie vineyards, in the village of Ampuis. The estate has been in existence for 6 generations now. This vineyard, 30 km south of Lyon, is located at the northern end of the Rhône Valley, and is the smallest in terms of surface area (280 ha). The importance of Mediterranean and continental climates contributes to the production of the finest wines. Wines that are as appealing visually as they are on the palate. Syrah, which is... Read more

Domaine Georges Vernay: Guide and presentation of the estate

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Domain partners -Domaine Christine Vernay
Today, we're going to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Domaine Vernay. It's a popular Rhone Valley estate best known for its Côte-Rôtie and Condrieu wines. Christine Vernay, who succeeded her father and grandfather, has been running the estate for over 20 years now. The vineyard works with great ambition and investment. It is now certified organic. > See all estate guides History of Domaine Vernay Founded in 1940, this estate is a... Read more

GEWURZTRAMINER | THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ALSATIAN GRAPE VARIETY

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le-guide-du-gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer is an emblematic grape variety of France, and more specifically of Alsace. Its exotic, fruity aromatic palette appeals to a wide range of people. Gewurztraminer is not often used in gastronomic food & wine pairings, so let yourself be tempted by this sweet nectar. THE ORIGINS OF GEWURZTRAMINER We all think that Gewurztraminer comes from Alsace or Germany because of the way it's pronounced, but it's not! In fact, its name has a German connotation, "Gewurz" meaning "spice" or "aromatic",... Read more

Domaine François Villard: great vintages and best vintages

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Domaine partner-Domaine Villard
Domaine François Villard is located in Condrieu in the Rhône Valley. It boasts 25 hectares of vines, aged 15 years or more. François Villard is passionate about great wines and his profession as a winemaker. His know-how and experience make him one of Condrieu's greatest winemakers. He's a self-taught winemaker with a passion for discovering and producing new cuvées. 21 cuvées to date, but perhaps more in the years to come. > Discover all our estate guides... Read more

Domaine Duclaux | Estate guide and best vintages

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Duclaux estate guide and presentation
Today we'd like to introduce you to one of our partner estates: Domaine Duclaux. Owned by David and Benjamin Duclaux, Domaine Duclaux is a family winery established in 1928. This terroir was mainly managed by the father, Edmond Duclaux. > See all our Partner Estate Guides Presentation of Domaine Duclaux - Côte-Rôtie & Condrieu Founded in 1928, the estate was bought by the great-grandfather, but progressed mainly thanks to the father, Edmond Duclaux. It is now his... Read more