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Is It Rude to Add Ice To Your Wine?
Trends and Insights
Is It Rude to Add Ice To Your Wine?
Trends and Insights

Is adding ice to wine a faux pas or a modern trend? Discover wine etiquette, cultural differences, and when it’s perfectly fine to chill your glass.

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Trends and Insights
Journal
The French Wine Classification System: History, Key Challenges, and Limitations
Wine Education
The French Wine Classification System: History, Key Challenges, and Limitations
Wine Education

Explore the French wine classification system, its origins, key labels (AOP, IGP, Vin de France), iconic classifications like Bordeaux 1855, current challenges, and future reforms for sustainability and innovation.

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Wine Education
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French Table Manners and Etiquette: Essential Do's and Don’ts
French Etiquette
French Table Manners and Etiquette: Essential Do's and Don’ts
French Etiquette

Discover the elegance of French table manners and etiquette with our article on savoir-vivre at the table, wine service, and gallantry. Download your guidebook to stay prepared, perfect for etiquette enthusiasts, students of French culture, or anyone looking to master the art of refined table behavior.

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French Etiquette

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🧐How to Spot a Fake Wine Enthusiast
Trends and Insights
🧐How to Spot a Fake Wine Enthusiast
Trends and Insights

Discover how to spot a fake wine enthusiast with our witty and elegant guide. Learn the 7 classic profiles of wine posers and master the art of genuine wine appreciation.

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Trends and Insights
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Celebrate Father’s Day the French Way: Wine, Food and Culture
Wine and Gastronomy
Celebrate Father’s Day the French Way: Wine, Food and Culture
Wine and Gastronomy

Discover how to celebrate Father’s Day with French flair, gourmet meals, fine wine, and unforgettable moments for food-loving dads.

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Wine and Gastronomy
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Why Do Some Wines Age Better Than Others?
Wine Education
Why Do Some Wines Age Better Than Others?
Wine Education

Find everything you need to know about age-worthy wines and their proper storage in this comprehensive guide, from the key factors behind wine aging to expert storage tips, plus a comparison of French and international aging traditions.

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Wine Education
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The French Art of Dining: Where Elegance Meets the French Exception
French Etiquette
The French Art of Dining: Where Elegance Meets the French Exception
French Etiquette

Discover the true meaning of the art of dining and what sets the French dining experience apart. From UNESCO heritage to modern slow living, explore how the French art de la table blends elegance, ritual, and human connection in 2025.

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French Etiquette
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What Is Wine Tourism or Oenotourism?
Culture and Tourism
What Is Wine Tourism or Oenotourism?
Culture and Tourism

Wine tourism (or oenotourism) offers travelers a unique way to explore a region’s culture, history and landscape through its vineyards and wines. This immersive experience combines wine tasting, vineyard tours and cultural exploration.

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Culture and Tourism

❤ Explore our Selection of French Wines: Tasted, Loved, and Recommended

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Saint-Emilion Grand Cru AOC, Château Laroze
Red Wine, Grand Cru
Saint-Emilion Grand Cru AOC, Château Laroze
Red Wine, Grand Cru

Discover the elegance of Château Laroze Saint-Émilion Grand Cru AOC 2018. A perfect blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this Bordeaux wine offers rich fruit flavors, balanced tannins, and aging potential. Ideal for collectors and special occasions.

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Red Wine, Grand Cru
Reviews
Médoc AOC, Château Tour Haut-Caussan
Red Wine
Médoc AOC, Château Tour Haut-Caussan
Red Wine

Discover the elegance of Château Tour Haut-Caussan 2016, a classic Médoc AOC red wine from Bordeaux. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this refined, cellar-worthy bottle offers rich dark fruit, earthy complexity, and aging potential. Learn why it’s a top pick for Bordeaux lovers and wine collectors.

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Red Wine
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Côtes du Jura AOC, Domaine Badoz
White Wine, Vin Jaune
Côtes du Jura AOC, Domaine Badoz
White Wine, Vin Jaune

The Domaine Badoz Côtes du Jura AOC – a refined Savagnin white wine from France’s Jura region. Explore its vibrant acidity, nutty complexity, and impressive aging potential. Ideal for wine collectors, cheese lovers, and fans of unique terroir-driven wines.

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White Wine, Vin Jaune
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Champagne AOC, R.Pouillon & Fils, Premier Cru, Rosé
Sparkling Wine, Premier Cru, Rosé Wine
Champagne AOC, R.Pouillon & Fils, Premier Cru, Rosé
Sparkling Wine, Premier Cru, Rosé Wine

Discover the elegance of R. Pouillon & Fils Extra-Brut Premier Cru Rosé Champagne. With its vibrant strawberry pink hue, crisp minerality, and lively freshness, this handcrafted rosé offers a perfect balance of fruit-forward richness and refined complexity. Ideal for pairing with seafood, poultry, or creamy cheeses, it's a versatile and sophisticated choice for any occasion.

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Sparkling Wine, Premier Cru, Rosé Wine
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Crémant de Bourgogne AOC, Veuve Ambal, Brut, Bio
Sparkling Wine, White Wine, Biodynamic and Organic
Crémant de Bourgogne AOC, Veuve Ambal, Brut, Bio
Sparkling Wine, White Wine, Biodynamic and Organic

Veuve  Ambal  Brut  Bio Crémant  de  Bourgogne  AOC an organic French sparkling wine with elegant fine bubbles, bright citrus‑brioche notes, and Champagne‑level quality at an everyday price; the perfect refined pour for any celebration or casual treat.

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Sparkling Wine, White Wine, Biodynamic and Organic
Reviews
Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC, Domaine des Bernardins
White Wine, Sweet Wine
Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC, Domaine des Bernardins
White Wine, Sweet Wine

Discover Domaine des Bernardins Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise AOC – a luscious sweet wine made from 100% Muscat à Petits Grains, bursting with floral, citrus, and exotic fruit aromas. A Rhône Valley classic for dessert or solo sipping.

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White Wine, Sweet Wine
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