What wine to drink with a galette des Rois?

ludovic
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? The galette des rois, an emblematic dessert celebrated the world over, has its roots in the pagan festivals of Antiquity. Among the Romans, it was shared during winter solstice celebrations. In a tradition similar to the one we know today, a child was placed under the table to distribute the slices of cake. In those days, the bean symbolized ephemeral power: whoever found it was crowned king or queen for the day, with the possibility... Read more

Which wine to open with a Yule log?

ludovic
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The end-of-year festivities are fast approaching, with their share of festive gatherings and meals with friends and family. If you're planning to serve a log for dessert, we're here to help you choose the right bottle to go with it. It's the log that decides... Because there are so many different logs. A Yule log is basically a sponge cake. Once rolled into shape... Read more

Which wines for your Christmas meals? Food and wine pairings for the holidays

ludovic
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What wines should I pair with my Christmas meal? Discover our advice on the best food and wine pairings for your festive meals! The festive season is fast approaching, and it's not always easy to choose the right wines for your meal. Here you'll find all our advice on fine wines to match your favorite dishes, aperitifs and desserts for the festive season! We wish you a pleasant New Year's Eve and... Read more

What wine to drink with scallops?

ludovic
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The scallop, named after the pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela and believed to bring good luck, is a marine mollusc. Everything you need to know about wine and scallops? The shellfish is most often fished at sea, with specialized boats called coquilliers, and fishing for it is only permitted from October 1 to May 15. Gustatively speaking, its flesh is delicate and tender, its taste marine, iodized and fine. Which is why... Read more

How to store and serve wine

Comptoir des Millésimes
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How do you serve wine, when you have a cellar, when you don't, and how do you keep an opened bottle? Preparing and serving your wine well may seem like a trivial gesture, but it is of vital importance if you are to enjoy your nectar to the full. A few precautions and gestures are called for. Correct temperature control, opening the bottle beforehand and tasting to check that the wine is not corked, decanting... These are just some of the things you need to do... Read more

All you need to know about Pouilly-Fumé wines: Wine guide

ludovic
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? The Pouilly-Fumé appellation is known the world over for the quality of its Sauvignon grapes. The appellation has existed since 1937, and is located in the commune of Nièvre. Winemakers in the Pouilly-Fumé appellation can only produce white wines made from Sauvignon (also known as blanc fumé*), a grape that brings fruitiness and minerality to the finest terroirs. No fewer than 1,400 hectares of vines are planted. That's 88... Read more

What dishes to serve with Beaujolais wines?

Nicolas Forestier
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Although for some the word "Beaujolais" only reflects the wines of Beaujolais Nouveau, this wine region in its own right is made up of no less than 12 appellations, including 10 very distinct Crus. The grape varieties are rather simple, as there are only two that can be included in the appellation. For white wines, it's Chardonnay. For red wines, Gamay is used. > Find our beautiful bottles of Beaujolais in stock... Read more

Château Cos d'Estournel Complete Guide

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The Saint-Estèphe estate was created by Louis Gaspard d'Estournel, who inherited vines near the village of Cos in 1791. His boldness and risk-taking enabled him to rapidly expand his vineyard to 45 hectares. A lover of travel and exploration, Louis Gaspard d'Estournel earned the nickname Maharajah when he exported his wine to India. Discover our finest bottles of Château Cos d'Estournel Several signs linked to the château echo... Read more