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Vins de l’Ancien Monde et du Nouveau Monde : comment les distinguer ?

Old World and New World wines: how to tell them...

In the wine world, people often talk about Old World and New World wines. This distinction rests on history, terroir, climate, grape varieties and winemaking methods. France, Italy and Spain...

Old World and New World wines: how to tell them...

In the wine world, people often talk about Old World and New World wines. This distinction rests on history, terroir, climate, grape varieties and winemaking methods. France, Italy and Spain...

Vendanges : pourquoi les récoltes ont autant changé depuis les années 1980

The harvest: why it has changed so much since t...

Since the 1980s, the harvest has changed profoundly in French vineyards. Picking dates have moved earlier, grape ripening has accelerated, and growers now have to deal with higher temperatures, more...

The harvest: why it has changed so much since t...

Since the 1980s, the harvest has changed profoundly in French vineyards. Picking dates have moved earlier, grape ripening has accelerated, and growers now have to deal with higher temperatures, more...

Thierry Sabon : l’héritage d’un vigneron emblématique de Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Thierry Sabon: the legacy of an iconic Châteaun...

The death of Thierry Sabon deeply affected the wine world and the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. A discreet, passionate winemaker deeply attached to his terroir, he was one of the leading figures...

Thierry Sabon: the legacy of an iconic Châteaun...

The death of Thierry Sabon deeply affected the wine world and the Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. A discreet, passionate winemaker deeply attached to his terroir, he was one of the leading figures...

Dom Pérignon : histoire, rareté et valeur des grands millésimes

Dom Pérignon: history, rarity and value of the ...

Dom Pérignon is one of the most prestigious names in Champagne. Associated with luxury, ageing and great vintages, this cuvée has a unique identity rooted in the story of Pierre...

Dom Pérignon: history, rarity and value of the ...

Dom Pérignon is one of the most prestigious names in Champagne. Associated with luxury, ageing and great vintages, this cuvée has a unique identity rooted in the story of Pierre...

Conservation du vin : pourquoi elle change tout pour la qualité et la valeur

Wine storage: why it changes everything for qua...

Storing wine is not just about keeping a bottle for longer. It directly influences its ageing, aromas, balance and sometimes its market value. A great vintage stored badly can lose...

Wine storage: why it changes everything for qua...

Storing wine is not just about keeping a bottle for longer. It directly influences its ageing, aromas, balance and sometimes its market value. A great vintage stored badly can lose...

Investir dans le vin : les erreurs qui peuvent réduire votre rentabilité

Investing in wine: the mistakes that can reduce...

Investing in wine appeals to more and more individuals looking for an alternative asset. Yet buying a prestigious bottle and waiting several years is not enough to expect a capital...

Investing in wine: the mistakes that can reduce...

Investing in wine appeals to more and more individuals looking for an alternative asset. Yet buying a prestigious bottle and waiting several years is not enough to expect a capital...