History of the Côte-Rôtie appellation | Côte Rôtie guide

Nicolas Forestier
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So, before explaining the appellation, why does this AOC bear the name Côte-Rôtie? The name dates back to the end of the 17th century, and is reminiscent of what the vines endure during the summer months, i.e., vines scorched and roasted by the sun. > Find out more about our partner estates in the Côte-Rôtie appellation: Côte-Rôtie wines date back to 71 AD. At first, they were referred to as Viennese wines (some of you may even know of a... Read more

Château Mangot : Quel est ce domaine qui apparait dans le Classement des Vins de St Emilion 2022 ?

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Le Classement des vins de Saint Emilion est arrivé début Septembre 2022 ! Et c’est avec un grand honneur que nous avons retrouvé notre cher domaine partenaire, Mangot, qui s’est vu élevé au grade de Grand Cru Classé de Saint Emilion ! Un château que nous dégustons et recommandons depuis plusieurs années à nos fidèles clients. C’est donc l’heure de vous le présenter ! ?  > Tous nos vins de Mangot en stock   Présentation du domaine viticole : Mangot… Read more

Comment accompagner un vin du Clos des Fées ?

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?  Le domaine du Clos des Fées, créé par Hervé Bizeul est un domaine mythique du Roussillon. Le domaine existe depuis 1997 et va passer du statut d’étoile montante à valeur sûre du sud de la France. Réputé pour vinifier ses vins comme il le désire, Hervé Bizeul crée des cuvées atypiques avec des assemblage qui lui ressemblent, à l’image de la « Petite Sibérie », cuvée emblématique du domaine. > Retrouvez tous nos vins du Clos des Fées en stock Quelques… Read more

All you need to know about Châteauneuf du Pape wines

Nicolas Forestier
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? A bastion of French wine, Châteauneuf-du-Pape wines didn't wait for their validation as an appellation d'origine contrôlée to be present in the great courts of Europe. Our team takes you through the history of Châteauneuf, and the things you need to know. Our site also offers you the appellation's greatest vintages, 100% in stock and available for immediate purchase. Secure 100% delivery within 24h (mainland France). We also deliver anywhere in Europe as quickly as possible. > All our Châteauneuf wines... Read more

What does the 2021 vintage have in store for the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation?

Nicolas Forestier
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The 2021 vintage is what we like to call a winemaker's vintage. It's a difficult vintage in which frost will play a major role in the decisions made by estate owners. More than 150 wines and 30 vintages of Châteauneuf du Pape in stock > Châteauneuf-du-Pape: prices and wines in stock < The months of December to February augured no difficulties, as the winter was particularly mild (2.5 degrees above average), but in the end it was spring that... Read more

The best years of the Clos des Fées estate

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? Do you know this beautiful winery? The Clos des Fées estate is one of the largest in the Languedoc-Roussillon region. We'd like to introduce you to the estate and its best years! We work directly with the estate, so the wines come from the property. > Find out more about our Clos des Fées wines available for purchase The great years of Clos des Fées It was born in 1997, admittedly with rather rudimentary winemaking methods,... Read more

Le Clos des Papes | History and wine pairing

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? Clos des Papes is an estate full of history. Part of the heritage of the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation, it is a historic estate. The estate has always been owned by the Avril family, and produced its first vintage in 1896. In 1936, the estate donated much of its time to help create the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. It is now Paul-Vincent, the fourth generation, who is in charge of the 32 hectares of vines, succeeding his father Paul,... Read more

What are the best wines to drink with pancakes?

Nicolas Forestier
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? Il est clair que l’accord vins et crêpes peut paraître un peu surfait, mais détrompez vous, il y a tout de même quelques expériences à tester.  > Tous les guides des accords mets vins Tout d’abord, de quelles crêpes parle-t-on ? A chaque moment du repas, nous pouvons associer un vin avec un plat ! Voici nos conseils :   L’Aperitif Pour lancer les hostilités, un apéro est de mise. Les crêpes roulées au saumon cru seront parfaites. Avec ce… Read more