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The art of discovering wine✦ FRANCE VINS

A world of wine to explore.

Regions, grapes, craftsmanship and the pleasures of the table: your journey through the world’s vineyards starts here.

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An invitation to explore

Wine, told simply and with curiosity.

From the first glass to great terroirs, FRANCE VINS brings together clear pointers for choosing, tasting and sharing.

01 / Regions

Across the vineyards

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Remarkable wine regions, each with its own place, climate and taste.

AI-generated illustration — BordeauxFranceBordeauxStructured red blends, fresh whites and the celebrated terroirs of the Gironde.AI-generated illustration — TuscanyItalyTuscanyHills, Sangiovese and vibrant reds, from Chianti Classico to Montalcino.AI-generated illustration — RiojaSpainRiojaTempranillo, maturation and a diversity of styles between tradition and reinvention.AI-generated illustration — DouroPortugalDouroDramatic terraces, intense reds and the birthplace of Port.AI-generated illustration — Maipo ValleyChileMaipo ValleyA Chilean valley where Cabernet Sauvignon plays a leading role.AI-generated illustration — MarlboroughNew ZealandMarlboroughSauvignon Blanc made this New Zealand region famous, while Pinot Noir has a place too.
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02 / Learn

How to taste wine

Look, smell and taste without jargon: a simple way to find your bearings.

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Start with practical guides

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The right serving temperature

A few degrees can change a wine’s balance. These simple pointers are easy to adapt.

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How to read a wine label

Origin, vintage, grape: spot the clues that truly help you choose.

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Planning a winery visit

A question checklist to choose a visit and plan the journey.

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03 / Grape varieties

Get to know the grapes

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Cabernet Sauvignon

Structure, blackcurrant and ageing potential.

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Pinot Noir

Finesse, red fruit and a clear sense of place.

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Chardonnay

From crisp and mineral to broad and buttery.

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Riesling

Citrus, precision and vivid acidity.

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04 / Pairings

Wine at the table

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Pairings

Fish & seafood

Crisp white, dry Riesling or lean Chardonnay

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Pairings

Roast poultry

Pinot Noir or Chardonnay

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Grilled red meat

Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah or Malbec

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05 / The magazine

Stories to savour

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Terroir is more than soil

Climate, landscape and human choices: what gives a wine its sense of place.

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A journey through Burgundy

Two grapes, endless nuance and a close reading of the landscape.

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Why Riesling fascinates

One grape can combine intensity, lightness and precision.

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Estates & wineries

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Explore estates by region, then visit their official sites for current wines and information.

Buy wine

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A selection of online wine merchants to compare by country, budget and terms.

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