Getaway
In 2015, the Climats of the Burgundy vineyards were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. This recognition underscores the global significance of the Burgundy vineyard, with its 84 appellations, including 33 Grand Crus, cementing France's reputation on the international stage. Mâcon: between vineyards and Plume To showcase its terroir, particularly the craftsmanship of its winemakers and the richness of its wines, Burgundy inaugurated the “Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne” on June 17, 2023. Spread across three distinct sites—Chablis, Beaune, and Mâcon—this ambitious project... Read more
Portraits of winegrowers
Jean-Claude Beton, founder of Orangina, made of the famous drink with the orange pulp a world success. But it is in the vineyard and not in an orange grove he chose to root his family. To quench...
Portraits of winegrowers
As Paolo Basso, Best Sommelier of the World, stayed in Bordeaux some time after the En Primeurs, Silvio Denz welcomed him at Château Faugères, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé. A beautiful meeting...
Portraits of winegrowers
For Maurice Velge, the wine is an old love story. He has wanted for a long time to realize his passion and he took the plunge in 1997 by acquiring 10 hectares of Clauzet....
Portraits of winegrowers
When he was a little boy, Pierrick Lavau already followed his father in the vineyard. Seven generations before him took care of the vineyard which is divided between Saint-Etienne-de-Lisse,...
Portraits of winegrowers
What better place than Bordeaux, capital city of wine, and the Chartrons quay, historic trade centre, to settle a sommellerie school? CAFA Formation created the Sommelier Wine School in...
Portraits of winegrowers
The small town of Lavandou offers an incomparable setting of protected nature and beaches on the Var coast. Spreading over more than 12 kilometers, the municipality has plenty of carefully maintained...