During my wine travels around France, a definite stop was to Southern France, with many visits along the winding Rhone River, to the Northern and Southern Rhone, through Hermitage, the Languedoc-Roussillon region and the Provence region, where nearby the ever popular Châteauneuf-du-Pape is found.
Read MoreChateau Margaux (First Growth classified in 1855) is known for being one of the best wines in the world thanks to its terroir and genetic heritage - a closely guarded secret.
Read MoreClassified as a Fourth Growth Grand Cru Classe in 1855, I visited Chateau Branaire Ducru Owners, Patrick & Evelyn Maroteaux, who have managed the Estate since 1988. This gorgeous estate is located in the Saint-Julien appellation of the Medoc region of Bordeaux. With a mix of grape varieties - Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petite Verdot, it has become one of the elite wines of Bordeaux.
Read MoreIt is never a bad idea to start with a chilled glass of bubbly at the incredible and ever famous grotto decor, fine dining restaurant Le Chapon Fin located at 5, Rue Montesquieu, 33000 Bordeaux. The restaurant is only open Tuesday to Saturday.
Read MoreWhat girl isn't thrown for a loop meeting the suave and debonair, Count Stephan von Neipperg, Owner of Chateau Canon La Gaffeliere, Premier Grand Cru Classe.
Read MoreIt was an absolute pleasure to be the guest of Daniel and Florence Cathiard at their amazing winery Estate Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte. The Cathiard's purchased the 14 century winery in 1990 embarking on a lifelong investment. Smith Haut Lafitte is located in the Pessac-Leognan appellation of Bordeaux, France.
Read MoreOne of the greatest historic vineyards of Bordeaux, the Estate of Chateau Baron Pichon-Longueville is absolutely stunning. I've had the good fortune of tasting and visiting this spectacular winery twice. Every aspect of this estate's chateau is meticulously staged and manicured inside and out, and the wine tastings are even more superb!
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