red wine

February 16th is International Syrah Day! The perfect opportunity to take a closer look at this world-famous grape variety. The origins of Syrah  The origins of this grape variety, emblematic of the Rhône Valley, have long remained a mystery. But after exploring numerous hypotheses about its origin, such as Sicily, Syria, the city of Shiraz in Iran or a Greek island called Syros, a recent study has finally revealed the…

December 4th is Cabernet Franc Day! This red grape variety is often underrated compared to other world-renowned and more widely planted varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, but… did you know that Cabernet Sauvignon wouldn’t even exist without it? Many people are unaware of the close relationship between the two, but genetic studies have shown that it’s the cross between Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc that gave rise to Cabernet Sauvignon.…

Did you know that the third Thursday of November is Beaujolais Nouveau Day? Ahead of this important date for wine lovers, we invite you to discover ten facts about this often-misunderstood French red wine. 1. What is Beaujolais Nouveau anyway? This French red wine is made 100% from Gamay grapes! This is the only grape variety authorised for the production of Beaujolais Nouveau. This grape variety produces delicious wine with…

Merlot is the most common grape in the world after Cabernet Sauvignon, but how much do you know about this mild and elegant wine? Discover the story behind its name, origin, taste profile as well as pairing tips in our Beginner’s Guide. What’s behind a name? The name comes from the French “merle“ meaning “blackbird” because these friendly creatures feed on Merlot grape juice. What’s more, the bird’s blue-black feathers…

Did you know that 18th August is International Pinot Noir Day? Let’s celebrate by discovering more about the history and origin of Burgundy’s quintessential grape variety, this unique grape’s characteristics, tasting notes and some mouthwatering food pairing suggestions. The History and Origin of Pinot Noir The variety has its origin in Burgundy, around the year 100 AD. The first documented mention of the grape, in the same territory, dates back…

The star of the Argentinian wine industry, Malbec is appreciated around the world for its bold and intense flavours. Full-bodied, juicy, easy to drink and great value, you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who didn’t like it. But how much do we actually know about this humble grape? To celebrate annual World Malbec Day on April 17th, let’s explore 5 things you didn’t know about this popular varietal, including its…

The Amarone della Valpolicella is a very particular wine. The producers elaborate the wine from partially sundried grapes. This production method is similar to the one used for the Pedro Ximénez variety to obtain the sweet wine of the same name. They produce most wines made from dried grapes the same way. But the Amarone differs in more than one way. Firstly, winemakers use local red grape varieties instead of…

We’ve come to the end of our #StayatHome series, whose goal was to give you ideas for parties and family events to organize during the Coronavirus quarantine. Today we give you another idea. We are all passionate about wine here: we like to discover its aromas, flavors, nuances and secrets. So, what do you think about organizing a wine tasting by videoconference? Below, you will find some of our suggestions…

Being quarantined because of Coronavirus does not mean giving up social events, even if they must necessarily occur by video call! And is there anything more social than having lunch or dinner with friends and family? That’s why we have prepared a short guide of great wines for your online dates, both for these weeks at home and for the future, when we can reunite again with our loved ones.…

It’s three weeks until Christmas, just in case you haven’t noticed. All the lights on the streets, Christmas markets, the smell of mulled wine mixed with wet asphalt, that’s the holly jolly season in the city. But there’s one thing that really matters, and that’s wine. The right wine for your personal Christmas feast makes the difference. And it doesn’t even have to be just for one day, Christmas is a…