Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Cru & Etiquette (GC&E)?
Grand Cru & Etiquette (GC&E) is an independent French publication dedicated to cultural intelligence. We publish written, video and audio content for a French and international audience, exploring wine, culture, society, taste and the codes that shape how people understand and navigate the world.
What does Grand Cru & Etiquette mean by “cultural intelligence”?
Cultural intelligence is the ability to read the unwritten codes that shape social and professional life: custom, etiquette, behaviour, hospitality and the signals people send without speaking. We explore it through the lens of French wine and culture, where those codes are especially legible, so that readers can navigate the table and the room with confidence.
Who is behind Grand Cru & Etiquette (GC&E)?
Grand Cru & Etiquette is founded and edited by Maria Kumessa. The legal information concerning the organisation is available in our Legal Notice.
Does Grand Cru & Etiquette sell wine?
No. Grand Cru & Etiquette does not sell, distribute or hold stock of wine or spirits. Any wine, producer or product mentioned in our content is discussed from an editorial perspective only.
Does Grand Cru & Etiquette provide wine investment advice?
No. Grand Cru & Etiquette does not provide investment advice or offer wine investment products. Editorial content may discuss wine as a collectible or potential investment, but such content is provided for informational and editorial purposes only.
Is Grand Cru & Etiquette editorial content free?
Yes. Our editorial content is freely accessible unless specifically identified as subscriber-only. We also offer a free newsletter featuring selected editorial content and updates.
What does the paid subscription include?
The monthly subscription gives access to subscriber-only editorial content and the benefits described on the subscription page. It is personal and non-transferable, and renews automatically each month until cancelled. For full details, please see our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
How does the newsletter work?
The newsletter is free. You can subscribe with your email address and unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every edition. It is sent twice a month, on the 1st and 15th, at 8pm Paris time (CET/CEST as applicable). For how newsletter subscriber data is handled, please see our Privacy Policy.
How often do you publish?
Our schedule varies according to our editorial programme. The website is updated regularly with new written, video and audio content.
Does Grand Cru & Etiquette use artificial intelligence?
All editorial content is subject to human authorship, editorial judgement and verification. Where digital or AI-assisted tools may be used during research, published content remains under human editorial responsibility.
May I quote or reproduce your content?
You may freely share links to our published content. Brief quotations are permitted where allowed by law, provided Grand Cru & Etiquette and the original source are clearly credited. Any substantial reproduction, adaptation, distribution or commercial use requires our prior written permission. For details, please see our Terms of Use.
Where is Grand Cru & Etiquette based?
Grand Cru & Etiquette is based in France, at 60 rue François 1er, 75008 Paris, and works internationally in French and in English. Further legal information is available in our Legal Notice.
May I propose a collaboration or media enquiry?
Yes. We welcome collaboration proposals, media enquiries and interview requests. Please use our contact form with a brief description of your project.
How can I contact Grand Cru & Etiquette?
You can reach us at contact@grandcruandetiquette.com or through our contact form.