Grape Of The Week: Sauvignon Blanc

Just in time for International Sauvignon Blanc Day (May 2nd), we’re doing a little refresher on all things Sauvignon Blanc! 

Grape Of The Week: Chasselas

While Chasselas was originally believed to have originated from Chasselas, France, recent DNA analysis has proven that it actually hails from the shores of Lake Geneva in Switzerland.

Grape Of The Week: Mondeuse Noire

A grape that traces back to before Roman times, Mondeuse Noire originated in Savoie, France, but can be found in small amounts in Italy, Switzerland, Argentina, Australia, California, and Oregon.

Grape Of The Week: Sémillon

A grape that vibes like many other varietals depending on where it is grown, Sémillon originated in France, where it is the fourth most planted white grape. It is often blended with Muscadelle or S...

Region Of The Week: Alsace

A region that’s been shuffled between countries multiple times, Alsace is the northernmost region in France, sandwiched between Germany and the Vosges Mountains, which isolates it from the rest of ...

Region Of The Week: Rhône Valley

A region that has a long winemaking history dating back to the Roman Empire, the Rhône Valley is one of the most prominent areas for red wine. Producing over 100 million gallons of wine annually, t...

Region Of The Week: Bordeaux

One of the most well-known French regions, Bordeaux is the largest wine producing region in France, with nearly 118,000 hectares under vine. Named after a city on the Garonne River, Bordeaux lines ...

Region Of The Week: Burgundy

An extremely well known winemaking region, Burgundy is only about 30,000 hectares and makes up about 3% of France’s overall wine production. Despite the small amount of wine Burgundy produces, it i...

Grape Of The Week: Clairette

One of southern France’s oldest varietals, Clairette can often be found in Mediterranean regions. A grape that thrives in warm, sunny terroirs, Clairette ripens slowly, grows best in limestone soil...

Region Of The Week: Languedoc-Roussillon

Located on the southern coast of France, Languedoc stretches in a crescent shape between Provence and Roussillon. With its Mediterranean climate, Languedoc is an ideal environment for vineyards as ...