FRANCE
France has eight best known wine regions which are Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne ,Loire, Provence and the Rhone Valley. These are popular France wine regions for their wide variety of grapes.
GRAPE VARIETIES:
There are numerous varieties of grapes found in each of the wine regions in France. These grapes are highly valued when it comes to manufacturing wine. Bordeaux’s left bank region of Medoc is favorable for various grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), Merlot (30%) and Cabernet Franc while the right bank region of St. Emillion and Pomerol also thrives with merlot (70%) and cabernet franc (25%) as well as White Semillon Sauvignon Blanc Muscadelle and other grapes (5%). Burgundy is known for its quality grape varieties which are Pinot Noir (29%), Pinot Meunier (39%), Chardonnay and Gamay.
WINE STYLES:
All traditional styles of wine such as red, white, sparkling, fortified and rose are produced in France wine regions.
View below all French Wine Regions for information on France's wines, wineries, French culture, wine making process, and complimentary foods.
View below all French Wine Regions for information on France's wines, wineries, French culture, wine making process, and complimentary foods.
BOOK A WINE TASTING Program with Mike Rijken at Wine Safari if you want to know more about Rhone Valley's local history, vineyard, how wine is made, wine tasting and gastronomic advice.
Safari through the finest vineyards of the Rhone
Mike Rijken has been for a long time the specialist in Rhone wines.
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Wine Safari is mentioned in four guide books of Rick Steves.: Europe, France, Provence and Côte d' Azur and the latest is Mediteranian Cruiseboat Guidebook.
See: www.tripadvisor.com or www.ricksteves.com
Wine Safari is mentioned in four guide books of Rick Steves.: Europe, France, Provence and Côte d' Azur and the latest is Mediteranian Cruiseboat Guidebook.
BOOK YOUR VACATION HERE:
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Domaines Schlumberger group visits
WE ARE ESTATE WINEGROWERS WHO EXCLUSIVELY HARVEST AND PRODUCE OUR OWN WINES. WE WILL BE PLEASED TO WELCOME YOU TO EXPERIENCE A GUIDED TOUR OF OUR FAMILY ESTATE.
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The Bordeaux Wine Experience
Wine and culinary tours in the Bordeaux region
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La Maison d'Emilie
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Set in Ballons des Vosges National Park, La Maison d’Emilie guest house features a terrace, shared living room, dining area and open kitchen.
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La Dolce Vita
B&B in a small village in the middle of the vineyards in Languedoc-Rousillon. We also offer wine and meals by reservation.