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Easter weekend in Bordeaux : a getaway of wine and chocolate

3 April 2026News

Easter weekend is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a gourmet escape… and Bordeaux is an ideal destination for just that. With its prestigious vineyards, refined gastronomy, and indulgent chocolate creations, everything comes together for an experience that is both elegant and delicious. Whether you’re a wine lover, a food enthusiast, or simply looking for a beautiful spring getaway, Bordeaux has everything to charm you. Bordeaux in spring : the perfect destination At Easter, Bordeaux gently comes to life with the arrival of warmer days. Café terraces fill up, the riverfront buzzes with energy, and the vineyards regain their vibrant beauty. It’s the perfect time to discover the region

Rosé winemaking in 6 key steps

27 February 2026News

Fresh, vibrant, and elegant, rosé wine is the result of a precise winemaking process. Here is rosé winemaking explained in 6 simple steps. 1. Harvesting Rosé is made from red grape varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, or Pinot Noir. Grapes are often harvested slightly earlier to preserve freshness and natural acidity. 2. Crushing and pressing The grapes are gently crushed and pressed to extract the juice. 3. Short skin contact The juice remains in contact with the grape skins for only a few hours. This brief maceration gives the wine its pink color, which can range from pale to deeper shades depending on the duration. 4. Separation Once the desired color is achieved, the

Valentine’s Day : 3 romantic experiences to discover

13 February 2026News

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to slow down, reconnect, and enjoy a special moment together. If you’re looking for an original way to celebrate, here are three charming experiences combining romance, indulgence, and discovery. A picnic at the Château What could be more romantic than a picnic in the magical setting of a castle surrounded by vineyards ? Settle in comfortably, relax, and enjoy the view while sharing a peaceful moment together. To make this experience even more special, enjoy a wine tasting, adding a convivial and flavorful touch to this charming getaway. A pinasse boat ride with tasting Looking for something a little different ? Step aboard a pinasse, a

When wine meets art…

6 February 2026News

Located in Pauillac, in the heart of the Médoc, Château Mouton Rothschild is one of the most iconic estates in Bordeaux. Owned by the Rothschild family since 1853, the château was classified as a Second Growth in 1855 before making history in 1973 by becoming a First Growth. It remains the only estate ever promoted within the official Bordeaux classification. Discover how wine met art… A unique artistic tradition in the world of wine Since 1945, each vintage of Mouton Rothschild has featured a label designed by a contemporary artist. This bold idea, initiated by Baron Philippe de Rothschild, has become a defining signature of the estate. Wine tasting here

Beaujolais nouveau : the tradition

21 November 2025News

The month of November announces the arrival of Beaujolais Nouveau, a tradition that started in 1951. It's an unavoidable “rendez-vous” for the person who likes to discover traditionally this new vintage. (winelovers) The Beaujolais tradition in a few numbers… Beaujolais Nouveau is produced on the entire Beaujolais and Beaujolais-Villages appellation area. It is mainly made from the Gamay Noir grape variety. It represents 22% of the total marketing of the Beaujolais which represents 14,3 millions of bottles. The process of production One of the particularities of Beaujolais Nouveau is the use of a typical winemaking method : a carbonic maceration. This technique consists of putting the entire grape, uncrushed and striped, in a hermetic airtight

The 1855 Classified Growths : history and classification

7 November 2025EVERYTHING YOU WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT BORDEAUX WINE CLASSIFICATIONS BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK

Discover the history behind the 1855 Classified Growths, a symbol of the prestige of Bordeaux wines, from Médoc to Sauternes. The history of this classification During the universal exposition of Paris in 1855, Napoléon III requested wine regions to create a classification. It is based on the wineries reputation and the middle sale price of the wine at the time. This classification only regroups the red wines of the Medoc, the sweet white wines of Sauterne and Barsac, but also a red cru of the Graves. The differents wineries of the 1855 Classified Growths There is 60 differents Grands Crus Classés of the Médoc and 1 Cru of Pessac-Léognan - Red wines : - The

Saint Patrick : Ireland in Bordeaux vineyards

17 March 2024News

Since the 18th century, the flourishing trade between Bordeaux and the British Isles and Irish families have played a part in the prestige of the Bordeaux vineyards. On the occasion of Saint Patrick's Day, we’ll be introducing in this article, three estates that have been founded or are currently owned by Irish families. Phélan Ségur The origins and the name of this estate in the Saint-Estèphe appellation trace back to the late 18th century. Bernard O’Phelan, a young wine merchant from central Ireland, was among the many Britons settling in Bordeaux for business. There, he met and married the daughter of Daniel Guestier, a famous merchant. With his expertise and

How do Oak Barrels Influence Wine Aging

2 February 2024News

Winemaking is a complex process involving various factors influencing the taste, aroma, and structure of the final product. Many elements contribute to those factors, one of them is the use of oak. Oak barrels are commonly used in winemaking to impart unique flavors and enhance the aging process. In this article, you’ll discover more about this aging process. The Birth of Oak-Aged Wines This aging practice has been around for centuries. Originally Romans used oak-barrels as storage and transportation for wine. They then realized that oak barrels imparted new qualities to the wine. Thanks to the contact of wood, the wine became softer and smoother, and some of them were even

Time for an apéro?

12 May 2023News

When you think about drinking a delicious bottle of Bordeaux, you’re probably thinking of opening a bottle to drink with dinner, or to enjoy while spending an evening with friends. But in France, that in-between time, after work and before dinner, is the perfect time for an apéro. Apéro is short for apéritif, which is derived from the Latin word meaning ‘to open’.An apéritif might help to open up or stimulate the appetite, but ‘l’heure de l’apéro’ - apéritif hour - also means it’s time to take it easy, have a drink with colleagues after work, socialize with friends in a bar, or relax with family at home.What

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