French Wines

The folks at Dablon Winery feel good about a recent review on a highly respected Michigan wine blog, Josh Wright's “Sipology”. Dablon owner Bill Schopf tells us he hosted Wright for a visit to Dablon…

View of the Merlot vines from Château Picoron Cindy Manne / Chateau Picoron Château Picoron, located in the Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux appellation in southwestern France,…

Once upon a time, not so long ago, conventional wisdom said that the Gibbston region was too cold to grow grapes, let alone produce a good bottle of plonk. Fast forward four decades, and the so-called "Valley of Wines" is world famous…

Do you miss travel? Do you dream of seeing the Mona Lisa at the Louvre in France or traveling to Spain to attend a flamenco show in Seville? If the Delta variant of the coronavirus has convinced you to stay local for now, you can…

Located 40 minutes from Belfast and a few meters from the historic port of Donaghadee is the Copeland Distillery. Producing a range of Irish gins, rums and whiskey, Copeland is one of Ireland's most innovative and fastest growing!-->…

Sausage Emporium, Sonoma Valley Soccer, and HopMonk Tavern are all planning special events and dishes to celebrate Oktoberfest starting Friday, October 1. Sausage store Sausage Emporium is the first of the blocks with its…

Chenin Blanc is a historic grape native to the Loire Valley in France. Capable of producing a range of wine styles due to its unusual balance of crisp acidity and rich flavors, this yellow-green varietal…

It's been an eventful year, but the signs are bright in the world's largest wine market.By W. Blake Gray | Posted Thursday, 30-Sep-2021 Restaurants are back, French rosés are back, and seniors are more important than ever to…

The 2021 harvest is underway in Burgundy, but the region's wine growers are holding their breath over the latest yields after a year of severe weather. According to Vins de Bourgogne, the 2021…

CAPE WINELANDS, South Africa, Sept. 28 (Xinhua) - The vineyards that constantly emerged along the roads of the southwestern tip of South Africa were nearly bare this time of September, the first month of spring here. , although in stark…

Originally built in 1966, the Century Plaza Hotel in Century City is a truly iconic Los Angeles location, hosting presidents and accolades over the decades. Today, after years of renovation, the building designed by Minoru Yamasaki is…

A man in Bath has been left angry at the lack of support for UK farmers and food producers after finding an abundance of foreign food on sale. Edward Kynaston wrote a letter to the Bath Chronicle newspaper complaining that foods such as!-->…

The Rothschilds have been expanding their vineyard interests beyond France for decades.The relationship with the Catena and their Malbec began in 1999, about 11 years earlier (1988), when the Rothschilds acquired Vina Los Vascos in…

Moulin celebrated the seventh anniversary of the opening of its Newport Beach cafe with a party, the reveal of its new restaurant nearby, and the announcement that another will be coming to South Coast Plaza on November 15. At the party on…

Justin tucker If you follow basketball you know CJ McCollum. The dynamic guard of the Portland Trailblazers has one of the silkiest styles of play in all of the NBA. Turns out, when he doesn't break his ankles with his super-fast…

Brandon Kerne, on the left, Jeremy Broto-Mur, on the right Brandon Kerne was unsure whether he was going to take the master sommelier exam three weeks before the test. In the end, he thought he had waited long enough. This week was…

If you take an autumn-colored bike ride through the valley over the next couple of weeks and come across a familiar face on the roads, it could well be Aspen's legendary!-->…

PARIS, September 23. / TASS /. France expects Russia to impose a moratorium soon on the provision of its federal law on viticulture and winemaking regulating the use of regional names for sparkling wines, the French Minister for Foreign…

A glass of wine. Photo by Riane Menardi Morrison Eat and drinkThese rich, spicy wines help fight colder temperatures and ease the transition into sweater season. By Kristin Owens September 22, 2021 Neither…

Take part in the first annual Avants Classics on the Green at Château Ste. Michelle on…

AdvertisingFamous Sonoma County Winery Continues 40th Anniversary Celebrations With New Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and The Cutrer Chardonnay WINDSOR, California, September 21, 2021 - Today, Californian pioneer Sonoma-Cutrer,…

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You have heard of the miracle of turning water into wine. Now, with a little help from a few friends, the One Drop Foundation turns wine into water. One Drop is a charitable organization whose mission is to ensure sustainable…

Hélène Barre, 35, lost her sense of smell when she fell ill with Covid-19 in November, a disease known as anosmia. Its slow recovery was hampered by disturbing distortions: peanuts smelled like shrimp, cured ham…

Like many schools, the Wine School of Philadelphia switched to distance education for a year amid the mitigation measures taken during the pandemic.It's about to change.With vaccination rates of over 90% and state-of-the-art virus…

Two independent food policies, one here in the United States and the other in France, are criticized by environmentalists and sustainability advocates, who argue that the approaches they impose waste resources…

Beach with pier during sunset in Santa Barbara, California getty California is one of those states that sparks a multitude of images - images of breathtaking natural beauty that can range from charming…

Uchizy is one of the 27 villages that can add their name to the Mâcon appellation - you would see Mâcon-Uchizy on a label Photo: BIVB / Aurélien IBANEZBrowsing wine labels, especially from the Old…

It's that time of year again, and the Wine-Searcher's Retailer Awards are bigger and better than ever. Have you ever wondered what the Oscars in wine retail would look like? Don't be surprised anymore, because today we are unveiling the…

When it comes to drinking well, San Francisco lives up to New York and any European city you can name. Many restaurants in the bay offer superb wine programs. It is a dilemma of which ones are more deserving. At the end of the day, it's…

The winemaking has not changed much over the past centuries: the grapes are harvested. The fruits are brought to the cellar to be pressed. The fresh juice goes into vats to start fermentation and is aged. Bottling closes the…

By Kevin Hecteman For Ivo Jeramaz, it all starts with the ground. No dirt. Ground. “Dirt is a derogatory word for soil,” said Jeramaz, vice president of vineyards and production at…

Often touted as the healthiest drink on the bar, is red wine right for you? Yes and no. Many complex flavors of red wine can be complex, so the nutritional properties can be complex as well, leading to years of title and inter-vow…

PARIS, September 01, 2021- (BUSINESS WIRE) - Regulatory news:Pernod Ricard (Paris: RI) is pleased to announce the signing of a minority stake in Sovereign Brands and its portfolio of fast growing super premium wines and spirits brands.…

For the third year in a row, a hotel or inn in a Michigan wine country has won first place in USA Today's annual 10Best Wine Country Hotel competition. Not only that, but, for the first time, three Michigan hostels or hotels…

Christy Canterbury MW reflects on the loss of her friend and mentor, the Burgundian phenomenon Becky Wasserman-Hone. The Burgundian village of Bouilland may have just over 200 inhabitants, but several hundred times that number have…

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All three were also made with entirely different grapes. Broc was mainly valdigué, a variety once called "Napa gamay" in California, with zinfandel and trousseau. The Tiberio was made entirely from Montepulciano, while the…

Still yearning after that last minute vacation in the French wine regions, but it seems a little out of reach? Well, a vacation is definitely on the cards, and the good news is you won't have to travel abroad to enjoy a slice of the wine!-->…

His argument was made at a time when aromatic spices and even marble dust were added to wines. Several millennia later, following the industrialization of wine, what constitutes naturalness is once again a source of debate. Here in New…

View of Saint Florent on the northwest coast of Corsica, France Tom mullen The French island of Corsica is twice the size of the US state of Rhode Island, about half the size of Wales. This island with jagged…

The Eastside of chef named James Beard, Jamie Malone, transforms into an Italian restaurant and market called EaTo on Friday, August 6, bringing downtown Minneapolis a cool new place to enjoy pizza, salads, sandwiches, homemade…

Australian brand Penfolds has expanded its booming luxury wine portfolio, with the addition of two new “Superblends” comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon and…

Handpicked wines 1. The Peninsula Luxe Pack, $ 145, handpicked wines Sign up for that perfect pairing of Mornington Pinot…

It's all too easy to get bogged down in a wine rut, blasting corks and capsules of the same styles, regions or grape varieties with too much regularity. Of course, diversifying can be a challenge: there are more great wines from around…

Seventeen Rhode Island restaurants have been nominated for the Wine Spectator's 2021 Restaurant Awards which recognize the best wine lists in the world.This year's awards recognized 2,917 dining destinations in the 50 US states and more…

In a 300 square foot shipping container in West Oakland, Aaliyah Nitoto makes aromatic, elegant and memorable wines from flowers. Following the ancient traditions of garden winemakers, Nitoto wines are dry, complex and aged expressions of…

Bring the Hunter Valley to your doorstep: Wineries are launching deluxe tasting packs so you can enjoy the experience in your own living roomStranded Sydney Customers Can Buy In-Home Wine Tastings Scarborough Wine Co in the…

Because what is a weekend without bottomless brunch? Grab your friends and head to some of Miami's best restaurants and indulge in plenty of bottomless brunch options. Whether you're looking for mimosa, bellini, wine, or beer, this list…

From the wine region to the beaches to the walks on the Seine, a trip to France seems incredible right now. But if that's not in your plans anytime soon, we've got a few ideas on how to bring the French…

PublicityEvent celebrates the 2020 Estate White and Calcaria release of the vineyard Stonewall, Texas - July 13, 2021 - Kuhlman Cellars is delighted to announce a special Dog Days of Summer Wine Release Party to benefit the Humane…

July 17, 2021IN THE FOOTBALLS from Chianti Classico in central Italy, Elena Lapini and her husband walk down rows of neat vines and inspect their fruit. The grapes ripen too quickly under the scorching sun. Too much tan on the vine and…

French wines to pair with Bastille DayMichael Baldonado, Wine Ambassador and Sommelier at Top Ten Liquors, shares a few choices (3:02). WCCO Mid-morning - July 14, 202118 minutes agoIt's time to ditch those pandemic sweatpantsAs events…

With Brisbane's climate, it is warm enough all year round to visit the rooftop bars, bask in the sun and take in their magical views. Maybe that's why we've seen a bunch of new rooftop bars open in Brisbane over the past few years,…

Photo: contributed Anahita Pouget from Phantom Creek Estate Winery “Behind the Wine” is a summer series that takes you behind the scenes of the iconic wine industry of the South Okanagan. Watch…

As July 14 approaches, today we're taking a quick look at French wine. While many wine critics like to poke fun at French wine, it remains the world leader in just about every category, producing…

Patrons sip wine and eat snacks at Maryhill's Tasting Room and Bistro on Vancouver's waterfront | Maryhill Winery When Portlanders think of wine…

Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the new legislation on Friday, angering members of the French champagne industry. Photos: Cristian Argaseala, via Getty Images (left), ALEXEY NIKOLSKY / Sputnik / AFP via Getty ImagesFrench…

Retired nurse and ex-post wins prestigious wine award for Welsh vineyard. image: Twitter Retired nurse and ex-post wins prestigious wine award for Montgomery vineyard in Wales. Wales man and woman give French and!-->!-->…

One of the flagships of Italian wine, Banfi has always been a top brand in our Global Masters competitions. Here we detail which Banfi wines won medals in our recent spring tasting. Courtesy…

For decades, the picturesque vineyards of Pontchartrain have been nestled in the small hills just north of…

The famous Avignon bridge (Photo: Hans Braxmeier) When I was a toddler boy my mother was eager for me to learn French and once taught me this old folk song On the bridge of Avignon (" On the bridge of Avignon "). You probably know the…

Savor four truffle-rich dishes (including prime rib with truffle butter) inside the urban cellar, or at home - confined or not, it grows. Queensland's Granite Belt wine region is now also home to its first black truffle. The family…

Summer is in full swing, and what better than a chilled glass of rosé to keep the heat away?While Provence may be the spiritual homeland of rose wines, California is giving the southern France…

The highly anticipated Snail Bar is finally ready to welcome patrons with a new location on the edge of Temescal in Oakland. The trendy natural wine bar, which opens on July 3, will offer fun and carefully prepared small plates,…

The rise of rosé over the past decade has led the drinking public to look above all for one quality in its rosé wines: the pale color. As Provence rosés have become more and more ubiquitous on…

Jameson Black Barrel Irish Whiskey Triple Distilled Photo, courtesy of Irish Distillers Ltd. In total, six Irish whiskeys won outstanding gold medals and 12 whiskeys won gold medals in the 2021 International…

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Crispy Gai, which operates from the Public Market House in Portland, will open in its new location on Wednesday, June 30. Gay Crispy Fried Chicken, now available at 90 Exchange St. in Portland. Photo by Ray Routhier The restaurant -…

Last week I pleaded for American sparkling wine - for Independence Day, no less - and this week I'm back with some of my favorite bottles. Each of them deserves to be opened under the fireworks. Gruet Blanc de Noirs, $ 20 America's…

Celebrate July 4th or take part in a family trivia night this week in Sonoma County. Friday July 2 Faces: Portraits of dignity in the face of adversity: Opening reception of the new exhibition “Faces: portraits…

Alive on 25 in Downtown Riverhead is back this summer. Summer fun is back in North Fork with plenty of events and activities scheduled this month. Stack the car for a movie behind the…

Some of the award-winning whiskeys from the Kavalan whiskey range Photo, courtesy of Kavalan Distillery The term "whiskey of the world" is a catch-all category that is used in spirits competitions to describe…

Summer is already in full swing. Lots of people take to the roads for the July 4th vacation - AAA says about 3.3 million people in Southland alone. That's more than the number of people who took off for Memorial Day weekend. And the…

Predicting the future of organic wines may seem easy. The number of certified hectares is constantly increasing in Europe. The small winegrowers are reconverting, as well as the famous Bordeaux châteaux. Consumers are…

Sometimes there is nothing more refreshing and relaxing than a glass of wine. However, with all the choices available, how do we know if we are choosing the right bottle? Red or white? Sparkling wine or dessert? There are plenty of!-->…

Crossing the English Channel might not be easy right now, but that doesn't mean we have to spend the whole summer without a bit of French fun, because Loire Valley wines bring us to France. Yes, the Loire Bucket List is back in the…

Photo credit: Layer Cake WinesLayer Cake winemaker Nancy Walker has worked in the wine business for over three decades. After graduating from UC Davis, she honed her skills in some of…

NEW YORK, June 29, 2021 / PRNewswire / - The National Wine Agency of the country's Ministry of Agriculture Georgia reports that qvevri (pronounced KWEH-vree) are the first non-agricultural product to be listed in the Georgian National…

During travel restrictions resulting from the Covid pandemic, it was difficult to develop articles based on tasting Italian wines. However, Wellcom in Italy and several of their customers helped me meet this challenge by sending me…

The place KISS, a casual yet stylish French restaurant, opened in Taikang Terrace last April with a lot of justified buzz (one of the partners is a well-known media mogul). The venue is split into two, BISOU and BISOU Rouge…

Oscar Wilde once wrote that "life imitates art much more than art imitates life."In "The Roaring Mouse", a late 1950s film, the mythical nation of Grand Fenwick's only export, a special wine, Pinot Grand Fenwick, faces competition from…

Two masterclasses presenting Croatian wine regions and indigenous varieties New York, NY, June 29, 2021 - When Anna M. Viducic, born and raised in Paris, moved to the United States some 20 years ago, she had no idea that she would…

McHenry Hohnen Vintners head winemaker Jacopo Dalli Cani with his dog Gustavo. NATURE has its own balance and McHenry Hohnen Vintners has set himself the goal of reproducing this balance in his vineyards. One of the few wineries in…