Light and fragrant, Fleurie as its name implies evokes the flowers of springtime. It is a fruity and fulfilling Beaujolais that is best young and cold. The Château de La Chaize has […]
Fine Summertime Cocktail Finds
They are among the great sweet white wines of the world. Who can resist a Sauternes or its cousin, the Barsac. Winemakers of these mythical wines have joined forces to create a […]
A Gourmet Gazette Fine Summer Wine Find
It is one of those mythical French wines. One hundred percent Chardonnay, light, refined, yet textured and wonderfully dry. Pouilly-Fuissé hails from the Mâcon region and stands out with its golden green […]
A Gourmet Gazette Fine Wine and Fine Art Find
The art of wine making has much in common with the making of fine art and a summer of art is to be found at the Château Trians, an estate known for […]
It’s Cocktail Time with a Cognac Cocktail
Cognac, a magical world that brings to mind not only the spirit that is enjoyed the world over but the spirited region in which it is produced, Cognac, France. A region of […]
It’s Champagne Time in the Vineyards of Veuve Clicquot
It is one of the most exceptional vineyards in Champagne country. Spread out over 390 hectares that are divided up into 12 of the 17 Grands crus and 20 of the 44 […]
A Gourmet Gazette Fine Wine Find: Viognier
Richly aromatic, bursting with myriad flavors and savors, this wine, a star of the south of France is a perfect summer white wine. The Viognier is a grape variety that offers up […]
It’s Champagne Time with EPC and Champagne Jam
It’s a new taste to savor. Traditionally made French gelée flavored with champagne, and a very special champagne, the Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut from the house of EPC. The champagne is […]
A Gourmet Gazette Fine Wine Find: Sweet White Bordeaux
Long Read Nature, the hand of man and mysterious mists join forces in Bordeaux to produce the region’s unique sweet wines, at times referred to as late harvest wines. They are fresh, […]
Coffee Klatch
Paris, France — What is arguably the world’s most famous bicycle race, the Tour de France, kicks off from the city of Brest in western France on June 26th and will swing […]