Domaine Petit Roubie Picpoul de Pinet

Domaine Petit Roubie is a family-owned vineyard located in the Languedoc region of southern France. Their flagship wine is the Picpoul de Pinet, a crisp and refreshing white wine made from the Picpoul grape variety. The wine is known for its bright acidity and flavors of lemon, green apple, and minerality. Domaine Petit Roubie uses sustainable and organic farming practices to produce their wines, and the vineyard benefits from the cooling effects of the nearby Mediterranean Sea. The winery also produces red and rosé wines, as well as a small production of dessert wine made from the Muscat grape. Overall, Domaine Petit Roubie’s wines are highly regarded for their quality and value, making them a popular choice among wine connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike.

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Wine Tasting-Hidden Gems: Exploring Off-the-Radar Grape Varieties from France and the Republic of Georgia

We often forget that thousands of grape varieties exist globally, with only a select few gaining widespread recognition. We’re all acquainted with popular varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Sauvignon Blanc. However, many lesser-known yet equally delightful grape varieties typically fly under the radar of avid wine enthusiasts and professionals alike.  From…

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Love Chardonay? You’ll love Beaujolais Blanc 

In contrast, Chardonnay from the Beaujolais is typically unoaked, resulting in a wine that highlights the natural flavors of the grape rather than the flavors imparted by the oak. The result is a more refreshing and crisp style of Chardonnay, appealing to wine lovers looking for a more delicate and nuanced Chardonnay that’s also reasonably priced.

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AWM Quick Guide to Vermouth

I adore Vermouth; however, during the first half of my adult life, I politely ignored the beverage, mainly regarding it as an ingredient of the cocktails consumed by my parents’ generation. My perspective began to change with my eye-opening Vermouth experience at the beginning of my career in professional kitchens. During those early years as a Chef, I discovered the joy of French pan sauces made with dry white Vermouth, and I was enormously enamored with the savory nuance it brought to fish and poultry dishes.

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Red wines from the Loire Valley

A trip to France’s Loire Valley is an unforgettable experience. The region is home to some of France’s most picturesque villages and châteaux, making it one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations. Wine enthusiasts will especially enjoy a trip to the Loire Valley thanks to the region’s abundance of world-class vineyards and wineries. Wine…

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