Which wines to invest in in Volnay? Investment guide

Nicolas Forestier
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We've chosen to use the word investment, not to advise you to buy such and such a bottle in order to make a capital gain in a few years' time, but rather to invest in certain appellations or estates that will be harder to afford in a few years' time. THE MOST FEMININE OF RED BOURGOGNES ☀ Even if certain climates contradict the rest of the appellation description, Volnay wines have always been considered delicate and feminine. Located in the Côte-d'Or, the wines... Read more

Domaine de La Pousse d'Or | Cuvées and Vintages

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Domaine de la Pousse d'or
Introducing Domaine de La Pousse d'Or Arguably the finest and most prestigious Burgundian house in Volnay, Domaine de la Pousse d'Or has existed since the 1100s, when the Duke of Burgundy held all the titles in the land. It was originally called Bousse D'Or or "Terre d'Or" in Middle French (the name is commemorated in their flagship wine, Clos de la Bousse D'Or), but over time the word evolved into its current iteration. At the... Read more

Marc Colin et Fils: Estate and wine guide

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Marc Colin Cuvées presentation
 The Marc Colin & Fils estate has been in existence since 1970, and today represents a family legacy, run by Marc Colin's two children: Caroline and Damien. In this article, you will have the opportunity to discover the history of the Marc Colin domaine, and the details of its cuvées. > See Marc Colin wines in stock Short history of the domaine: Born in 1944, he created the domaine in the late 1970s with the help of his wife... Read more

Which wine goes best with sauerkraut?

Nicolas Forestier
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Sauerkraut is a traditional Alsatian dish that takes its name from a phonetic adaptation of the Alsatian word "Sürkrüt" (Sür meaning sour and Krüt, cabbage). But sauerkraut doesn't come from where you think! It comes from China! Yes, in the 3rd century BC, sauerkraut was served to Chinese workers on the Great Wall. It wasn't until the 16th century that the Germans discovered this recipe and... Read more

Mongeard-Mugneret: Guide to the estate and its superb vintages

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Mongeard-Mugneret
Vosne-Romanée is a commune in the Burgundy region of France. The village, located between the Château du Clos de Vougeot and the small town of Nuits-Saint-Georges, is home to some of the region's most prestigious Premier and Grand Crus. Among these prestigious wines are those of Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret, run by Vincent Mongeard. History of the domaine: ? Vincent Mongeard is as passionate about wine as his ancestors were. His duty is to contribute to the upkeep and... Read more

Domaine Faiveley: Guide to the estate and its wines!

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In this article, we'll be talking about one of Burgundy's finest estates: Domaine Faiveley. Located in Nuits-Saint-Georges, it was founded in 1825. Their aim is to showcase these exceptional Burgundy terroirs through a style that combines "strength, finesse and elegance". We'll take a look at the history of this estate and talk about its finest cuvées, hoping to have convinced you by the end of this article. > Grands vins du domaine Faiveley in... Read more

Daniel-Etienne Defaix: The heart of the Chablis vineyard

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Daniel-Etienne Defaix
Domaine Daniel-Etienne Defaix is one of the oldest estates in the Chablis vineyards. For over 8 centuries, they have continued to uphold the values of this estate. In this article, you'll discover the finest cuvées of this fine domaine with a renowned winemaker, smiling and with a remarkable sense of humor. If you love the great white wines of Burgundy, you've come to the right place! > See Daniel-Étienne Defaix's wines in stock Presentation of the domaine The domaine of a... Read more