After years of being a tiny regional airport Bergerac has finally invested in a new check –in and departure Hall even if you still have to push your bags down the ramp yourself upon arrival – all part of the rustic charm! 11 regional airports in the UK are now served directly from Bergerac as [...]
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The Cotes area has for a long time been a closely guarded secret, not just the wines that offer spectacular value for money in Bordeaux with their Merlot driven, easy drinking style but also for the beauty of the region. The port town of Bourg on the banks of the Gironde, just north of where [...]
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The 2009 Bordeaux vintage is looking fantastic after what has been, so far, a spectacular summer season. Should you want to make the most of this potential and create your own Bordeaux wine – you now can! Select Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from various lots throughout the vineyards of Bordeaux and with [...]
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The D2 (the ‘route des Châteaux’) is possibly the most famous road in the Bordeaux region,driving up the D2 is like driving through a wine list. Passing one grand example of architecture after another, the road sweeps through the famous appellations of Médoc, Margaux, Saint Julien, Pauillac and Saint Estèphe. And most of these have [...]
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Sitting high above the vines in the Côtes de Bordeaux, this view from the terrace of Château Biac perfectly illustrates the rolling slopes that dominate this appellation. Tony and Youmna Asseily produced their first vintage in 2007. Their Cadillac although still young, is a perfect example of the quality that can be made on these [...]
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Gaëlle Benoiste Pilloire ‘L’Officier de Bouche’ came to put us to work with a wonderful summer menu : Melon, ginger and lime soup, Farmhouse Chicken en papillotte with herbs and mascarpone on new potatoes and courgettes, Brie stuffed with summer truffles and the fabulous Lavender pannecotta with strawberries in thyme infused wine. And the wines [...]
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And just to prove that Philippe Etchebest does go to market each morning here are Rachel (from Hong-Kong) and I with him at the fresh fishmonger at Libourne market this morning.
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Since the 1st May Philippe Etchebest, 2 star Michelin chef, has introduced a new dining formula at Hostellerie de Plaisance in Saint Emilion. He now offers uniquely a tasting menu to his guests in the evening. At a fixed price of €120 per head (before wine) this menu changes everyday depending on what has taken [...]
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Not only food is for sale at the local farmers markets. Do you recognise who is modelling the hats at this morning’s market in Créon?
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Wendy has spent the last 25 years in the French Food and Wine Industry.
Wendy now teaches professionals and the general public in Bordeaux, the UK and as far away as Asia and the US, as well as accompanying private wine tours for amateurs and enthusiasts alike. Her aim is to open the doors of the world’s most famous vineyards, explaining and making the wonderful world of French wine more accessible.
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