Perhaps no country evokes such strong associations with fine wine as does France. Its reputation has led to worldwide imitation. Many varieties that are now considered international, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, are French, and winemaking pioneers in New World regions such as California and Chile look to the great wines of France as their benchmark.
I published a bucket list for the wines of France two weeks ago and took some grief for it. I try to keep these installments short, so I felt a need to be strict in my selection process. Many people felt I was a little too strict. Here’s a smattering o...
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“King of the Red Wine Grapes.” The colonizer of the vineyards, pushing native wine grapes into its shadows. The Caber...
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The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...
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For over 170 years, González Byass has committed itself to research and quality for its range of ...
The origins of the Château Clarke estate date back to the 12th century when the Cistercian monks ...
Built on the hamlet of Les Demoiselles, the Château des Castaignes produces the DEMOISELLE vintag...
Château de Seguin in Bordeaux is part of the CHRIS-WINE Group. An indenpendent and family owned w...
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France on SnoothMar 12, 2011
Iam fairly new to french wine. I am looking to start expanding my french wine knowledge. I would love any suggestions.
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May 2013
Thin, big spiced cherry on the nose, dry+, low+ acidity, low tannin, slight smoke on nose and palate. Went well with jalapeño spiced potatoes, not sure why... Read More
May 2013
Another relatively inexpensive gem from the '09 vintage... this lesser version of Calon-Segur is really worth seeking out: it is drinking well now - with power - but will settle for the gentle folk in about 3-5 years. Lots of Bordeaux bramble and cedar on the nose with soft tannin on the palate. Why wait? Buy now and drink up - as I suggest el... Read More
May 2013
Similar to the 2010 vintage but a touch more on the round, smooth side without as much acidity. Read More
May 2013
Ok, sucker that I am, I got lured back into the 5-cent sale at Bev Mo. ... ... drink Pinot from CA, OR, France. Even tho. I just opened what I thought was this wine, and what a disappointment. Overcooked, tannic and big, this tastes nothing like the delicate, red fruit, slight asian spice pinots I love. It really doesn't taste like a Pinot... Read More
May 2013
Funny thread. I was visiting Mom this past weekend, moving her actually, and ... ... CA is about the size of France. Burgundy is a small part of France. Burgundy has about 29000 hectares of vines, whereas Napa in CA has about 43000 and there are many other AVAs. Comparing the wines of one small region to a mix from elsewhere is a bit unfair. ... Read More
May 2013
Vibrant black pepper and leather notes on the nose, over rich red fruit. On the palate, a nice peppery edge to the red and black berry. Good minerality. Nice wine. 87 pts.5/18/13 Read More
May 2013
Showing all notes of caramel, heavy toast and butterscotch, buttered popcorn and toasted marshmallow. Fruit is all but vanished and it's slightly oxidized, but kind of works as an aperitif or dessert sipper given it's heavy salty/sweet qualities.86 pts.5/18/13 Read More
May 2013
Green herbs, dust, stone and baking spice on the nose, with red raspberry, cranberry and other red berry. Zesty spice frame and flavors of wild strawberry and raspberry. Lots of cinnamon and baking spice notes. Wood and dusty tannins. Big acid still. Softening tannins. Zippy wine. Nice. 88 pts.5/18/13 Read More
May 2013
Nice floral aromatics, citrus and stone fruit taste, good tart acidity, good with food, a great value for the price. Read More
May 2013
Cabernet 63%, Merlot 19%, Malbec 18%Alcohol by volume: 13.5% Read More
Nov 29, 2011
where in the uk can we obtain clos siguier, a malbec?
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Sep 17, 2011
OMG. Thats where wine comes from. Huge varienty and quality to go around and around. My favorite wines come from France. Yay!
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Jun 27, 2011
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Jan 25, 2011
appellation-a-vent Stuart Imports Chateau Des Jaque J Thorin 1959 Magnum
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Dec 25, 2010
Just had a bottle of Chateau Des Gravies 1999 with dinner at Christmas Eve. It was fantastic, well balanced and great finish.
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Nov 3, 2010
Let’s face it, this is may be the most intimidating problem facing a prospective wine buyer, either at a restaurant, wine store or wine auction. You probably don’t remember French pronunciation, but if you are lucky you may have some other Romantic language under your belt. Here is a list of some basic terms and their pronunciation: * Amon...
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Aug 6, 2010
"Ridiculously cheap" yet "drinkable" - how often do you find those phrases together in connection with French wine? See them dance together on the Sediment blog at www.sedimentblog.com
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Aug 4, 2010
Love France - love French wine!
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Jul 3, 2010
Do you have any wine from corsica, please thanks
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