Could you please tell us how you came to the world of saké? François Chartier: Japan and i have a long story… I have always been fascinated by the culture, the philosophy and the gastronomy of this country and therefore by sake. i think our…
Guavaberry Made in Sint Maarten This week I would like to introduce to you an alcoholic product of the Caribbean island of St Maarten (SXM). St. Martin Island Is a small island in the Caribbean located between Guadeloupe and Puerto Rico….
SEGUIN MOREAU – “Inspired by the past, built for the future“. For this new article I propose you to explore one of the most important yet most misunderstood element in the production of wine: THE BARREL. Above all a little bit of the Seguin…
Dassaï Saké This week I chose not to go to discover a wine but, instead, a typically Japanese beverage: the Saké. “Asahi Shuzo or the art of producing exceptional sakes.” Let us start to meet one of the younger Japanese breweries: The Asahi Shuzo…
Nadalié Cooperage This week I decided to show you the “behind the scenes” of a barrel cellar …. the cooperage. Few people think “A barrel is just a barrel. All are same” Big mistake! The manufacture of a Bordeaux barrel is…