103 articles
-
What to drink with a Yule log?
Published : 12/06/2019 | Categories : Food and Wine PairingsA little history The European custom of burning a log of white wood, often from a fruit tree, in the hearth dates back to the 12th century. Libations were made by sprinkling the log with oil, [...]
-
Mulled wine: history and tradition
Published : 12/05/2019 | Categories : OenologyThe origins of spiced wine The mixing of wine and spices dates back to Roman times to aid digestion. Mulled wine was called "Conditium Paradoxum", and contained mainly honey, pepper, bay leaves, [...]
-
What is Beaujolais nouveau?
Published : 11/20/2019 | Categories : OenologyThis custom is the brainchild of the Beaujolais region and one man, George Duboeuf, who popularized and internationalized it. But Beaujolais Nouveau, a victim of its own success, is far from the [...]
-
About wine [Infographie]
Published : 10/28/2019 | Categories : OenologyWhat serving temperature for wines? Serving a white wine too cold alters its aromas. The wine fades. Serving a red wine at too high a temperature upsets the tannins, which become drier. As a [...]
-
Galette des Rois: A Tradition Steeped in History, Beans, and Collectors
Published : 10/19/2019 | Categories : OenologyThe Galette des Rois, a tradition that dates back to Roman times, continues to delight food lovers every year. From the beginning of January, it takes over French tables and creates a moment of joy...
-
10 tips for buying the right wine
Published : 09/20/2019 | Categories : Oenology1. Buy just one bottle If you're discovering a new wine, start by buying one bottle, and one bottle only. Indeed, before investing in a case of 6, go for the single bottle and taste it in the [...]
-
What questions should I ask when choosing a wine cellar?
Published : 09/18/2019 | Categories : OenologyWhat questions should you ask before choosing your wine cellar? To help you choose the right wine cellar, we believe it's essential to ask at least 4 questions to better understand your needs. a [...]
-
La Sommelière at the IFA in Berlin!
Published : 09/02/2019 | Categories : News and InnovationsThe Frio Group, Europe's leading manufacturer of wine cellars, presents its new products at the IFA, the trade fair for innovation and technology. You'll find the E-CELLAR, the first connected [...]