Bollinger cuvée PN VZ15: Our verdict on the 2020 novelty!

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Comptoir des Millésimes is proud to present the new cuvée from the famous Champagne House Bollinger: La PN VZ15. We are the first e-caviste to have received this allocation, so don't hesitate to discover this beautiful cuvée, in stock on our site! > Discover PN VZ15 What is Bollinger PN VZ15? Pinot Noir is one of the pillars of the Bollinger style, and the House has built its reputation on magnifying this... Read more

Which white wine appellation is right for you?

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Welcome to the blog of Comptoir des Millésimes, your favorite e-caviste for rare wines. Today we're going to talk about the great French white wines. France has a huge diversity of soils, climates and grape varieties. This makes it THE benchmark country in the wine world. Each region has its own terroir and wine styles. Of course, there's always the winemaker's touch to bring his or her own style. Some seek minerality and... Read more

POUILLY-FUMÉ WINES

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Known the world over! Not to be confused with its namesake Pouilly-Fuissé, which comes from Burgundy. Pouilly-Fumé comes from the Loire region and is made from Sauvignon grapes. The wine can be produced in seven communes: Pouilly-sur-Loire, Saint-Andelain, Tracy-sur-Loire, Mesves-sur-Loire, Garchy, Saint-Martin-sur-Nohain and Saint-Laurent-l'Abbaye. > Order great Loire wines The etymology of its name is explained by its origin, as the heart of the appellation is located in the commune of Pouilly-sur-Loire, and the... Read more

4 great bottles of red to open with your loved ones!

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Comptoir des Millésimes now offers you a few bottles to drink with your family, friends and loved ones. This time, for the aperitif, it's a Côtes-du-Rhône There's nothing like a Côtes-du-Rhône to kick off a get-together with friends or family. It brings together all wine lovers, from the enlightened connoisseur to the novice who enjoys a little glass. This time, we've chosen a round, fruity Côtes-du-Rhône for the aperitif. To choose a wine that's not too powerful,... Read more

Nuits-Saint-Georges food and wine pairings

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The wines of Nuits-Saint-Georges Nuits-Saint-Georges is a small Burgundy appellation, located in the Côte de Nuits. The appellation was validated in 1936, the first year AOCs were created. Produced in the two communes of Nuits-Saint-Georges and Prémeaux, the appellation covers 307 hectares, the vast majority of which are devoted to red wines (97% of production is red wine). The distinctive feature of Nuits-Saint-Georges wines is that they do not produce a Grand Cru, but only... Read more

Sancerre food and wine pairings

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Welcome to Comptoir des Millésimes, your e-caviste for rare and vintage wines! During this time of confinement, we present our guide to Sancerre wine and food pairing. It's the perfect time to learn something new every day! Here's our advice on how best to pair your superb Loire wine! > See the entire cellar Sancerre wines The world-famous Sancerre vineyard enjoys a fine reputation. Produced in the department of... Read more

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

What are the best Chinon vintages and top domaines?

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Produced in the Indre-et-Loire department of France, Chinon wines enjoy a temperate climate, which is particularly good for Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon. The great wines of Chinon All three colors are produced, with a large majority of reds, representing 85%, followed by 13% of rosés, and finally 2% of whites. The reds are rather round and light, with notes of red fruits such as raspberries and spices. The rosés are also highly aromatic, supple... Read more