Bonjour! Let’s talk about the best French white wine out there… which is, of course, Muscadet (not to be confused…
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Coravin review: The wine accessory I should have bought years ago!
Since moving to France, I’ve become a regular wine drinker and enjoy a glass of wine with my dinner a…
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Facts about Champagne: Your favorite bubbly explained!
It’s time for some Champagne facts because if you’re like me, you just can’t learn enough about it. While you…
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Amboise winery spotlight: Montdomaine
Just a 5-min drive from Amboise is the Château de Montdomaine, a beautiful winery we visited on Saturday afternoon right…
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Spending the day with an organic winemaker and wine expert (VIDEO)
Last month, I put out 2 wine-focused videos over on my YouTube channel. I had the pleasure of spending the…
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How to bring wine back from France
How can you bring wine back from France? All you need is to have one bottle of red wine explode in your suitcase to never want to try to transport wine on a long-haul flight ever again.
Wine suitcase: How to bring wine on a plane
You’re in Europe and want to bring wine back on the plane with you but breakage can be a problem. I have the perfect hassle-free solution. It’s the Lazenne wine suitcase and is just what you’ve been waiting for.
3 Best summer rosé wine from France
French rosé wine is some of the best around, so kick off your summer shindigs with these 3 rosé wines for summer. The bottles look as good as the wines taste, not to mention they make great hostess gifts.
Ice in wine? Yes, if it’s a Rosé Piscine! This French cocktail is not a faux pas!
Is ice in wine a do or a don’t? I asked my Facebook group this very question and the overwhelming…
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5 Wines in a can perfect for summer
Summer means fun in the sun, so why not add a cool adult beverage in the form of wine in a can to the mix. Canned wine is better than a bottle when you’re on the move for so many reasons, so here are my top summer wines in a can for summer and beyond. We have red, white, and even sparkling to choose from, so let’s drink.
5 Insider tips for making the most out of your French winery visit
France is known for its wine, so if you find yourself at a winery sipping up a bit of culture, you’ll want to read on. To make the most of your visit, keep my tips for visiting a winery in France in mind.
Salon des Vins de Loire: My day at a professional wine trade fair as a non-professional
Last week, the 32nd annual Salon des Vins de Loire welcomed over 8,000 people over 2 days in Angers. I…
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A visit to my local foire aux vins
France is home to some of the best wine in the world, and if you want to save a little…
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Gift pick: Rewined candles & soaps
While recently in Saint-Emilion, I discovered Rewined candles at a gift shop after the wine-inspired label caught my eye. Here’s why Rewined candles and soaps might just make a perfect gift for someone in your life!
How to pronounce French wines so you sound like an expert (AUDIO)
If you’re visiting France or dining out at a fancy restaurant and want to get the name of the wine right, this post is for you So you can impress your friends, we’re cluing you in on how to pronounce French wines, with audio. There’s no need to embarrass yourself by botching the French wine pronunciation.
Cathy of Le Tasting Room is back to answer your Loire Valley wine questions
You can’t NOT think of wine when thinking about France and if you’re in a wine kind of mood, you’re…
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Interview with Cathy Henton of Le Tasting Room
Both English with extensive wine backgrounds, Cathy and Nigel have created a life for themselves in France with their booming wine tour business. Here’s an interview I did with Cathy all about her business and the path that landed her in France.
Champagne alternative: Consider Crémant and save a few bucks
With all the sparkling wine options out there, is Champagne worth the price? Try Cremant to save a few bucks this holiday season. My take on Champagne vs Cremant.
Morning drinking in Saumur
When I lived in NYC, visitors were always surprised to learn I hadn’t been to the Statue of Liberty since…
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Adventures in French customer service & a winery visit
The words “good” and “customer service in France” rarely go together in the same sentence unless you’re saying, “It’s impossible…
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