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“I had come to the conclusion that I must really be French, only no one had ever informed me of this fact. I loved the people, the food, the lay of the land, the civilized atmosphere and the generous pace of life.”
Julia Child
Almost everybody has dreamt of the “French lifestyle” at least once in their lifetime. For many, the image of France evokes the smell of hot croissants and freshly brewed coffee coming from a nearby café, or visions of the majestic Eiffel Tower and fashionable Parisians strolling on the Champs Elysees, or maybe of lazy summer days in a French countryside dotted with quaint villages, with sprawling hillside vineyards and their wine-beckoning terraces…
The idea behind WineTime France is simple: we want to demystify the image of wine in France by curating unforgettable wine experiences, all while immersing you into the local gastronomy and culture in some of the best wine regions in France: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, and the Loire Valley.
The idea behind WineTime France is simple: we want to demystify the image of wine in France by curating unforgettable wine experiences, all while immersing you into the local gastronomy and culture in some of the best wine regions in France: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, and the Loire Valley.
Regions
to be discovered…
Champagne
Champagne; the universal drink of celebration and love. Over 300 million bottles are sold around the world, each one produced from grape to bottle in this small grape-growing region located only 100 miles outside of Paris.
Here you’ll discover a trail of manicured vineyards draped over the rolling hillsides, shouldering tiny villages, and inevitably leading to the cities Epernay and Reims, where the iconic Bollinger, Veuve Cliquot, and Ruinart house their glorious champagnes. Pay a visit to one of the family-owned producers in a nearby village, or explore the tunnels carved out beneath the city of Reims by its ancient Roman inhabitants.
No wine region in France exists without its gastronomy, and Champagne is no exception. White sausage (Retherl Boudin Blanc), Joute vegetable stew, and Chaource cheese are delectable local specialties that incidentally all pair perfectly with champagne!
Here you’ll discover a trail of manicured vineyards draped over the rolling hillsides, shouldering tiny villages, and inevitably leading to the cities Epernay and Reims, where the iconic Bollinger, Veuve Cliquot, and Ruinart house their glorious champagnes. Pay a visit to one of the family-owned producers in a nearby village, or explore the tunnels carved out beneath the city of Reims by its ancient Roman inhabitants.
No wine region in France exists without its gastronomy, and Champagne is no exception. White sausage (Retherl Boudin Blanc), Joute vegetable stew, and Chaource cheese are delectable local specialties that incidentally all pair perfectly with champagne!
Burgundy
One of France’s best-kept secrets, Burgundy is home to some of the most iconic and expensive wines in the world. Sleepy yet prestigious villages: Chambertin, Vosne-Romanée, Musigny, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, to name just a few, lay idle between the prestigious vineyards like diamonds on a necklace.
The Burgundy countryside is a renowned landscape of grassy hills and pine forests. But visit the ancient city of Dijon, the capital of Burgundy and former home to the Dukes of Burgundy and you’ll uncover a perfect blend of architectural beauty and French history as you walk along the paths trodden by the Dukes of Burgundy and enter the market designed by the illustrious Gustav Eiffel.
Discover cheeses that are truly exceptional, like the pungent Epoisses, the briochy Citeaux, the creamy Brillat Savarin, and salty/nutty Comté. For heavier fare, head to a brasserie around the famous covered market area (designed by Gustav Eiffel) or the Place de la Liberation opposite the ducal palace to sample the famous Escargots, Beef Bourguignon, Poulet de Bresse (considered as the best chicken in France) and much more.
The Burgundy countryside is a renowned landscape of grassy hills and pine forests. But visit the ancient city of Dijon, the capital of Burgundy and former home to the Dukes of Burgundy and you’ll uncover a perfect blend of architectural beauty and French history as you walk along the paths trodden by the Dukes of Burgundy and enter the market designed by the illustrious Gustav Eiffel.
Discover cheeses that are truly exceptional, like the pungent Epoisses, the briochy Citeaux, the creamy Brillat Savarin, and salty/nutty Comté. For heavier fare, head to a brasserie around the famous covered market area (designed by Gustav Eiffel) or the Place de la Liberation opposite the ducal palace to sample the famous Escargots, Beef Bourguignon, Poulet de Bresse (considered as the best chicken in France) and much more.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the oldest and arguably the most famous wine region in the world. Its red wines are legendary: Cabernets are bold, Merlot’s elegant, Cabernet Francs intense, Sauternes are sublimely sweet, and the Sauvignon Blanc is fresh and expressive. Each château has its own architectural charm and legend, whether Petrus, Margaux, Mouton Rothschild, or Yquem to name just a few.
The stunningly beautiful vineyards lying on either side of the rivers Gironde and Garonne match the equally elegant city of Bordeaux proudly known as the City of Art & History and making it one of the most fascinating and popular cities in France.
Bordeaux’s culinary reputation is second to none. On the coast, you will find a mouth-watering array of seafood dishes, including Cap Ferret oysters, Aquitaine caviar, and the region’s tender, grass-fed Beef de Bazas. and for desserts head to the village of Saint Emilion for the perfect macaron, or sample one of the deeply caramelized Canelé pastries fresh from a local bakery.
The stunningly beautiful vineyards lying on either side of the rivers Gironde and Garonne match the equally elegant city of Bordeaux proudly known as the City of Art & History and making it one of the most fascinating and popular cities in France.
Bordeaux’s culinary reputation is second to none. On the coast, you will find a mouth-watering array of seafood dishes, including Cap Ferret oysters, Aquitaine caviar, and the region’s tender, grass-fed Beef de Bazas. and for desserts head to the village of Saint Emilion for the perfect macaron, or sample one of the deeply caramelized Canelé pastries fresh from a local bakery.
Loire Valley
The natural beauty of this aptly called “Garden of France” is truly unparalleled. Following the Loire River as it carves its bed through hills and forests, you will uncover an endless string of breath-taking Chateaux. The region stretches 600 miles from the center of France to the Atlantic coast, making the Loire the third biggest wine region in France. Its cities burst with legends, with Orléans, the official capital of the Loire, the birthplace of Joan of Arc!
Here, you’ll find the famous Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre, as well as Chenin Blanc from Touraine and Anjou.
There are many gourmet delights, particularly in the city of Tours. Pop into one of the city’s many fabulous restaurants to sample some Rillettes, as this local pork spread is known to be the best in France. And we highly recommend you order the fish, as the region specializes in many dishes featuring some of the local varieties of river fish.
Here, you’ll find the famous Sauvignon Blanc from Sancerre, as well as Chenin Blanc from Touraine and Anjou.
There are many gourmet delights, particularly in the city of Tours. Pop into one of the city’s many fabulous restaurants to sample some Rillettes, as this local pork spread is known to be the best in France. And we highly recommend you order the fish, as the region specializes in many dishes featuring some of the local varieties of river fish.
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