What grape varieties are used in Burgundy wines?

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Welcome to our Grape Varieties Guide! We're going to introduce you to all the great grape varieties of the Burgundy vineyards. The Burgundy vineyard boasts ideal climatic conditions and a unique terroir for its various grape varieties. Its history goes back a long way, with the first official description dating back to the year 312. The great wines of Burgundy are renowned the world over, with star grape varieties such as pinot noir, chardonnay, gamay and aligoté. In the guide to grape varieties... 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 grape varieties are used in Alsace wines?

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Alsace wines are produced from 7 main grape varieties. Alsace produces mainly white wines, but also a few reds; in this article, we'll look at the different grape varieties used in Alsace white and red wines. The grape varieties of Alsace white wines? Gewurztraminer: A member of the Traminer family, its rosé grapes give it the appellation of aromatic pink savagnin. Easily recognized on the palate, it can be made into dry or sweet white wines. Harvested... Read more

What gift to give for a wedding anniversary?

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Looking for a gift idea for an anniversary, or more specifically a wedding anniversary? You don't want to miss this important date. If you're looking for an original wedding anniversary gift for the bride and groom, wine is an excellent way to make a lasting impression! Here's our advice on how to choose the right wine. > Create your own Wine Gift Box < Offer a wine from the year of the wedding For an original wedding gift, what better than a... Read more

Offer a Vintage Wine Gift Card?

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Treat your loved ones with a gift card! Which bottles of wine should you give to an enlightened wine lover? Perhaps he'd prefer a Grand Cru Classé de Bordeaux à Maturité, a Chateauneuf du Pape 2017 to cellar, or a Grands Vins blancs Moelleux? To be sure to please, the Gift Card is an excellent idea. By offering a Comptoir des Millésimes Gift Card, you give a choice of over 2,000 Grands Vins and 80... Read more