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Whether red, white, rosé, still, or sparkling, wine is an integral part of French heritage. Once again, SommelierS International sought to highlight this heritage through its Meet the Pro salon. Over 200 professional tasters (sommeliers, importers, restaurateurs, wine merchants, bloggers) paraded through the majestic halls of the Intercontinental Bordeaux Grand Hôtel, where around 40 producers of wines, spirits, and accessories showcased their innovations and expertise. This expertise was highly appreciated by the two masters of ceremonies, Raimonds Tomsons, ASI Best Sommelier of the... Read more
Portraits of winegrowers
Castel is the story of a family held together by strong ties which have made their very name into a brand. Three generations constantly committed to an initial set of values: the democratisation of...
Portraits of winegrowers
Château Croix de Labrie is the outsider amongst the Saint-Emilion Grand Crus, a home-made garage wine which has since become a rare wine much sought after by hoards of wine lovers. This 3.5 hectare...
Portraits of winegrowers
Château La Grâce Dieu des Prieurs is located not far from the belfries of Saint-Emilion and Pomerol, it was founded in 1885 and has a complex soil consisting of brown sand, clay and chalk. Its 9...
Portraits of winegrowers
Daring blends, atypical names, an original aromatic signature. Four entities are now united under the brand Invindia, a signature that wants itself to be atypical on the right bank of Bordeaux. ...
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The rise in temperature in the end of the winter favoured early budburst and a particularly dry April resulted in a very rapid growth. The frost in the plains on April 21 and 22 and the hard frost on...
Portraits of winegrowers
Unconventional, inspired countryman, Pierre Chariol, fifth generation of Château de Lescours at Saint-Sulpice-de-Faleyrens, boasts his difference. He defends a wine at his image, unbiased, obvious,...