French Wines

France has been for centuries regarded as the premier wine-making country, and while that reputation has been challenged in recent decades by Spanish, American and Italian bottles, the French hold fast to the notion that their wine is second to none. more »

France is second only to Spain as the largest wine producer in the world. It makes more than 34 percent of the world's wine exports. Why is French wine so good? There is not one exact answer to that question. Some would say it's the distinct skills of each French winemaker, which might include the fermentation type and time,... more »

If you haven't already guessed, Pouilly-Fuisse is a French white wine. It hails from the famed and much celebrated Burgundy region in France. Although its name and heritage suggests a stuffy and unapproachable wine, it is far from it. Elegant? Absolutely. Stuffy? Not at all. more »

Muscat de Frontignan is the old French name for a famous, elite wine of the muscat grape varietal. Grown in one of the largest and richest regions of Languedoc, Muscat de Frontignan, otherwise called Muscat blanc, has a silky, subtle taste that accounts for its status as a luxury wine. Follow these steps to buy Muscat de Frontignan. more »

Follow these general rules to ease the difficulty of choosing the right cabernet sauvignon. more »