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What wines go well with fondue, raclette, and tartiflette?
With winter here and mountain vacations on the horizon, we find ourselves craving the comfort of classic Savoyard cheese dishes like raclette, tartiflette, and fondue. As we salivate at the thought of enjoying these dishes, the question arises: which wine should we pair with them? What wines go well with fondue, raclette, and tartiflette?
Olivier - 27/01/2021
How do you make white wine?
Have you ever wondered how white wine is made? The process may seem fairly simple. Grapes are harvested, pressed to extract the juice, which is then fermented using yeast, allowed to age, and finally bottled.
Olivier - 19/10/2020
How to Make Red Wine: The Stages of Winemaking
The production of red wine follows a set of rules that are strictly adhered to. The first step is selecting the grapes during the harvest. For red wine production, only black grapes are used. How is red wine made? Here are the main steps in the winemaking process.
Olivier - 19/10/2020
How should you drink vin jaune?
Although little known to most consumers, Jura Vin Jaune is one of the most renowned dry white wines in the world. It is made from a single grape variety, Savarin. This wine is produced in the Jura region, hence its nickname, “the Gold of the Jura.” According to some legends, this wine was discovered by chance.
Olivier - 18/10/2020
What wine goes well with stuffed capon?
Capon is the quintessential holiday bird. But what would a family meal be without a good wine whose flavors pair perfectly with this juicy bird?
Olivier - 17/10/2020
How do you open a bottle of wine?
How to Open a Bottle of Wine: Tips to Make It a Breeze! Opening a bottle of wine can be tricky depending on the tools you have on hand. Here, we’ll walk you through the steps so you can enjoy your wine no matter the situation.
Olivier - 02/10/2020
What wine goes well with smoked salmon?
You're having friends over tonight. Your menu is set: for the appetizer, you'll be serving smoked salmon. But now you're wondering which wine to pair with the smoked salmon?
Olivier - 29/09/2020
Sweet white wine or off-dry white wine?
When selecting a white wine, it’s not always easy to choose the right bottle if you don’t have the necessary knowledge. However, your choice should be based not only on your personal taste but also on the food you plan to serve with it. For a successful selection, feel free to use this guide, which provides all the information you need for an optimal tasting experience.
Olivier - 25/09/2020
How do you make wine?
Most of us enjoy a glass of wine after a long, tiring day, on vacation, or at social gatherings. But have you ever wondered how wine is actually made? We know it’s made from grapes, but what are the steps involved in the process? From wine production to understanding the different types of wine, this article will cover it all. So, be sure to read it all the way through and familiarize yourself with the winemaking process.
Olivier - 13/08/2020
More Coteaux de Béziers IGP wines on tables in Béziers
In Béziers, the mayor is encouraging bars and restaurants to offer at least four wines bearing the Coteaux de Béziers PGI designation, with a tax break as an incentive.
Olivier - 26/12/2019
Serving champagne during the holidays is a tradition in France
In France, at Christmas and New Year's, champagne is the sparkling wine of choice. Synonymous with celebration, it is often enjoyed as an aperitif and with dessert.
Olivier - 23/12/2019
France is set to become the world's top consumer of organic wine
According to a recent study, consumption of organic wine is expected to continue to grow in France, leading to an increase in the amount of land used for organic farming.
Olivier - 13/12/2019
The Scandinavian countries, newcomers to the wine market
With rising temperatures and the introduction of new grape varieties, Sweden, Denmark, and Norway are now able to grow grapes and produce wine.
Olivier - 08/12/2019
France is not expected to experience a "dry January" in 2020
Launched by the public health agency Santé publique France, the "Alcohol-Free January" campaign has not been approved by the government and is expected to be scrapped.
Olivier - 06/12/2019
Burgundy: Low volume but excellent quality for the 2019 harvest
According to estimates, the harvest in Burgundy is expected to reach 1.2 million hectoliters in 2019, down from 2018 but of excellent quality.
Olivier - 24/11/2019
Beaujolais Nouveau returns on Thursday, November 21, 2019
This Thursday, November 21, marks the release of the 2019 Beaujolais Nouveau, which is also sold abroad in about 100 countries!
Olivier - 20/11/2019
Straw wine: Corrèze permitted to retain its AOC designation
On November 7, 2019, the Council of State rejected the petition filed by the Jura Wine Growers' Association seeking to revoke the Corrèze straw wine AOC designation.
Olivier - 16/11/2019
159th edition of the Hospices de Beaune wine auction
On Sunday, November 17, 2019, a key and highly anticipated event in the wine industry will take place: the traditional Hospices de Beaune wine auction.
Olivier - 14/11/2019
Is France moving toward a new tax on aperitif wines?
An amendment to the 2020 Social Security Bill proposes to tax premixes containing wine, specifically flavored wines and aperitif wines.
Olivier - 12/11/2019
French wine falls victim to rising U.S. taxes
Since October 18, 2019, the United States has imposed new tariffs on French wines: a 25% increase. This is a major blow to the wine industry.
Olivier - 24/10/2019