Provence Wines

Pruning Grapevines in Provence is Hard Work

April 8, 2022

For grapevines to continue producing high-quality grapes, they need annual pruning. This activity is time-consuming, physical and necessary for the long term health of the vines. Göran Boman, the author of The Wines of Provence – Tricolour, wrote the article below. Based in Sweden, far from Provence’s vineyards, he has visited many times, and his …

Julie Whitmarsh · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Mas Des Infermieres Ridley Scott’s Domaine in Provence

February 3, 2022

Before we bought the house here, I used to get my ‘fix’ of Provence and the Luberon, reading Peter Mayle’s ‘A Year in Provence’ and watching the film ‘A Good Year’, based on one of his books, and set all around the area that we love so much. Directed by Ridley Scott, it’s a step …

Fish & Seafood · Main Course · Maison Mirabeau Wines · Provencal Recipes · Taste

Crispy Salmon with a Lemony Risotto Recipe

January 12, 2022

Salmon is a rich-flavoured fish that pairs well with most rosés but immediately came to mind as a fantastic pairing for our La Réserve Rosé as it mirrors some of the essential aromas and flavours of this limited edition wine. Please ensure you source your salmon as sustainably as possible for this crispy salmon risotto …

Artists Inspired by Provence · Inspire · Provence WineZine

A Visit to Château Barbebelle Wine Art and Charity

August 17, 2021

Provence is abuzz this time of year with fabulous offerings of art, music, opera, film, wine tastings, and the usual fêtes that move from village to village. We travelled from New England to Provence last month specifically for this show by French painter Gérard Isirdi at Château Barbebelle in Rognes, not far from Aix-en-Provence. Pairing …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire · Wines and Spirits of Provence

Essential Reading The Wines of Provence – Tricolour

June 28, 2021

Elevated Wine Knowledge Göran Boman, the author of The Wines of Provence – Tricolour, is based in Sweden, far from Provence’s vineyards. His studies at Stockholm’s KTH Royal Institute of Technology led to a career with large international companies. Before retiring, Göran monitored the quality of nuclear fuel transmitted from EDF France to Sweden. About …

Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Taste · Wines and Spirits of Provence

12 Wineries Grape Reasons to Visit Lorgues Terres de Vins

June 3, 2021

Why Visit Lorgues? Another agricultural town in the Var might not be on most travel agendas. But, if you love food, wine and history, it should be. Lorgues is a magnificent old Provencal village surrounded by olive groves, wheat fields and wineries – the Lorgues Terres de Vins. Wine is an economic driver for the …

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Aix-en-Provence and Its Wine Shops

January 21, 2021

Susan Gish writes: This article is a bit about us and wine and a bit about three women who manage or own wine shops in Aix. (We’ve also included some other wine shops in Aix). Susan and Sam are serious wine lovers. They enjoyed a romantic honeymoon in Champagne and even commissioned a wine wall …

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My French Country Home brings the beauty and fragrance of a French herb garden to your home with this Fine Herbs Linen napkins. Designed with an elegant display of the most beloved culinary herbs, these napkins add a fresh, botanical charm to any dining setting. Sold as a set of six (6) designs and made with 100% high-quality linen.

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Provence Wines

Pruning Grapevines in Provence is Hard Work

Mas Des Infermieres Ridley Scott’s Domaine in Provence

Crispy Salmon with a Lemony Risotto Recipe

A Visit to Château Barbebelle Wine Art and Charity

Essential Reading The Wines of Provence – Tricolour

12 Wineries Grape Reasons to Visit Lorgues Terres de Vins

Aix-en-Provence and Its Wine Shops

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