The history of Saint-Émilion can be traced back to the 4th century when Decimus Magnus Ausonius, a revered Roman poet and educator, decided to retire in the verdant countryside near what was then called Burdigala, which is today’s bustling city of Bordeaux.
Bordeaux, oh la la! It’s one of the most renowned wine regions globally, celebrated for its intricate and delectable blends. The secret sauce behind Bordeaux’s triumph lies in the magnificent five grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Malbec. In this piece, let’s embark on a journey through the scientific wonders of […]
Wine has been around for thousands and thousands of years, the earliest recordings dating back to Persia around 5000 BC, and yet wine-making remains today a very innovative and experimental field. With different styles and methods (and individual tastes), there will always be people wanting to try new things with wine, and the most popular […]
In the Fall of 2023, France will play host to the men’s Rugby World Cup, one of sport’s most prolific International tournaments. 9 cities across France will be receiving crowds between September 8th and October 28th of next year, but we are abuzz about what is, in our opinion, the top destination to travel to […]
In 2022 a new classification was announced for the region of Saint-Émilion, causing waves and changing the face of the appellation for the following 10 years. Where wine is concerned, Bordeaux can be split into multiple regions on both sides of the Garonne river, the most notorious of which have their own classification system. The […]
Bordeaux was originally known as Burdigala by its original Celtic inhabitants around 300 BC and since then, it has become a cultural melting pot that has retained its historical authenticity and is now one of the most visited cities in France.
