Wine stories
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Clos Rougeard, four centuries of Loire heritage
Founded in 1664 in the village of Chacé, not far from Saumur, Clos Rougeard has embodied for nearly four centuries the viticultural excellence of the Loire. Eight generations of vignerons have succeeded one another, culminating with the emblematic Foucault brothers,
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Maison Camille Giroud, a reinvented bourguignon heritage
Founded at least as early as 1865, Maison Camille Giroud stands among the historic names of Beaune. Its origins go back to the arrival of Camille Giroud in Bourgogne, where he married the daughter of a cooper-wine merchant whose business
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Jean-Luc Thunevin, a romantic second life in Saint-Émilion
Nothing predestined Jean-Luc Thunevin to become one of the most singular, most “rock” and most influential winegrowers of Saint Émilion. Born into a family of farmers in Algeria, he grew up far from the vineyards, in a world where livestock
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Champagne Ayala, chardonnay’s expression at its finest
The signature of Champagne Ayala is the purity of its Chardonnay expression. A winery dedicated to micro-vinification and an integrated oenological laboratory within the House allow it to best express each Chardonnay plot and ensure great precision in the work
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Maison Bollinger, pillar of Champagne
Founded in 1829 in the heart of the village of Aÿ, this iconic Champagne House has shaped the history of the appellation. Bollinger remains faithful to its recognizable signature style, traditional winemaking methods, and its five pillars, upon which the
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Château La Tour Blanche – A Grand Cru That Breaks the Mold
This Sauternes estate holds a special place in the appellation’s history. Its owners have made significant contributions to mastering the art of cultivating noble rot, Botrytis cinerea, essential for creating these exceptional sweet wines, as well as to passing on
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