
The Journal
Deciphering a Wine List
Learn how to read a wine list like a pro. Demystify it like a seasoned connoisseur and navigate confidently. Decode wine regions, styles, and pairings to make expert-level choices.
How to Use French Wines in Cooking: Enhance Your Dishes Like a Chef
Learn how to cook with French wine! Discover the best wines for marinating, sauces, classic dishes like Coq au Vin, and elegant wine-based desserts.
What Is Wine Tourism or Oenotourism?
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.
UNESCO-Classified French Wine Cellars as World Heritage Sites
Discover the rich heritage of France through its UNESCO-listed wine cellars, set within magnificent domaines and châteaux. These iconic sites offer an immersive wine tourism experience, blending centuries of tradition with modern craftsmanship in French wine cellars.
French Table Manners and Etiquette: Essential Do's and Don’ts
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.
Gourmet Easter Lamb Menu🐣
Celebrate Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, with delicious French dishes, perfect wine pairings, and timeless traditions. From lamb to chocolate, make every bite and sip unforgettable.
French Natural, Organic and Biodynamic Wines
Discover the differences between French natural, organic, and biodynamic wines. Learn how each method impacts flavor, sustainability, and tasting experience.
Why Are the French Drinking Less Wine?
Discover why wine consumption is declining in France while countries like the U.S., China, and Australia are seeing a wine boom. A global analysis of shifting drinking habits.
How to Drink Like a Parisian
Discover the unwritten rules of Parisian wine etiquette—from choosing the right bottle to sipping like a local. A light, witty guide to drinking wine the French way.
French Wine Classification: AOC, AOP, IGP and Grand Cru Explained
In France, wine classification is crucial for understanding a wine's origin and quality. Discover the French wine classification system, from AOC and AOP to IGP and Grand Cru. Learn how France ranks its wines by quality, terroir, and tradition in this beginner-friendly guide.
Is It Rude to Add Ice to Your Wine?
Is adding ice to wine a faux pas or a modern trend? Discover what wine etiquette says, how cultures differ, and when it’s perfectly fine to chill your glass.
April Fools' Day is back!🐟
April 1st is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate April Fools' Day than with a perfect blend of delicious food and laughter! In this special edition, we have put together a pan-seared fish fillet with beurre blanc sauce, paired with French white wines.
The Mothering Sunday or UK Mother’s Day
Mothering Sunday, also known as UK Mother's Day, falls on March 30, 2025. It's a cherished tradition that celebrates mothers and mother figures with love and appreciation. A delicious menu awaits, paired with Champagne to perfectly complement each course of your meal.
The Secret Language of Wine in France
Discover how your wine selection reflects your personality. From bold reds to effervescent Champagnes, explore the subtle messages behind your favorite bottles in this refined guide to wine and character.
French Winemaking Techniques
Discover the essential French winemaking techniques from harvest to bottling, including traditional and modern methods, blending, aging, and the méthode champenoise.
Saint Patrick’s Day🍀
Discover the historic connection between Ireland and France this Saint Patrick’s Day by pairing traditional Irish dishes with exceptional French wines. Celebrate with taste and heritage!
Decoding French Wine Labels
Learn how to decode French wine labels like an expert. Discover key information on the front and back labels, including origin, classification, tasting notes, and more, to select the perfect bottle of French wine.
French Terroirs: A Key Concept
The terroir: the essence of French viticulture, explained in this article. Discover how France's unique soil, traditions, and sustainable practices shape wines of exceptional quality and global legacy.
The 13 Iconic French Wine Regions
Explore the top French wine regions, iconic grapes, and wine styles, from Bordeaux to Champagne, Provence, the Rhône Valley, and beyond. Discover local food pairings and enjoy vineyard travel tips.
Serving Temperature
Discover how the right serving temperature unlocks the full flavor, aroma, and texture of wine. Explore expert tips and ideal ranges for reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines to elevate every tasting experience.