The Vins & Millesimes journal

• Advice | Tasting | Good addresses | 1 October 2026

  Chardonnay: grape characteristics, regions and food pairings

  The Chardonnay grape: characteristics, regions, aromas, barrel aging and the best food pairings
• Advice | Tasting | 1 October 2026

  What Wine Goes with Smoked Salmon? A Pairing Guide

  Alsace wine, Loire white, Champagne or rosé: what should you serve with smoked salmon? Expert tips for a successful pairing.
• Advice | Tasting | Good addresses | The TOPs | 30 September 2026

  Best Alsace wines: grape varieties, estates and grands crus

  What is the best Alsace wine? Explore Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris, plus grape varieties, grands crus, leading estates and food pairings
• Advice | Tasting | Good addresses | The TOPs | 30 September 2026

  Best Chinon wines: estates, vintages and pairings

  What are the best Chinon wines? Explore leading estates, Loire Cabernet Franc, vintages to seek out, prices and food pairings
• Advice | Tasting | 30 September 2026

  Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon: differences, food pairings, and which to choose?

  Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon: everything that sets them apart in one guide. Grape varieties, aromas, tannins, aging potential, food pairings, and terroirs.
• Advice | Tasting | 30 September 2026

  Pinot Noir: A Complete Guide to the Grape Variety

  Everything you need to know about Pinot Noir: grape characteristics, producing regions (Burgundy, Alsace, Champagne), aromas, food pairings, and top vintages
• Advice | Tasting | 24 May 2026

  Champagne Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Meunier

  Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier: discover the 3 grape varieties of champagne, their role in the blend, their terroirs and the types of cuvées they inspire
• Advice | Tasting | 24 May 2026

  How to properly store wine after opening?

  Discover our tips for storing your opened wine, whether red, white, or even a Champagne — optimize its shelf life without altering its aromas
• Advice | Tasting | 29 April 2026

  What dishes to serve with a Pinot Noir?

  Discover the best dishes to pair with a Pinot Noir, from meats to vegetarian options. Elevate your tasting experience with our pairing advice. 
• Advice | Tasting | 29 April 2026

  Which wine to choose with duck breast?

  Discover the best wine pairings for duck breast, from powerful reds to sweet whites. Awaken your palate with our expert advice. 
• Advice | Tasting | 29 April 2026

  What wine to choose to accompany scallops?

  Discover the best wines to pair with your scallops and reveal their delicacy. Match freshness and minerality for a successful tasting experience.
• Advice | Tasting | 29 April 2026

  Red wine or white wine with cheese?

  Discover how to choose between red wine or white wine with cheese to elevate your meals. Learn the perfect pairings for each type of cheese. 
• Advice | Tasting | 15 March 2026

  Right Bank and Left Bank Bordeaux wines: what are the differences?

  Discover the differences between the Right Bank and the Left Bank of Bordeaux. Learn everything about grape varieties, terroirs, and food and wine pairings.
• Advice | Tasting | 15 March 2026

  What are the differences between Crémant and Champagne?

  Discover the differences between Crémant and Champagne, from geographical origin to grape varieties, to choose the perfect sparkling wine for every occasion. 
• Advice | Tasting | 15 March 2026

  Which wine to drink with caviar?

  Discover how to choose the perfect wine to accompany caviar. Explore refined food and wine pairings for an unforgettable experience.
• Advice | Tasting | 15 March 2026

  How to taste a wine from Château d'Yquem?

  Discover how to taste a wine from Château d'Yquem in several stages and the best food and wine pairings to enhance your experience
• Advice | Tasting | 10 March 2026

  What wine should you drink with beef Wellington?

  Discover the best food and wine pairings to elevate your beef Wellington. Find the ideal red wine among the great French terroirs
• Advice | Tasting | The TOPs | 10 March 2026

  The Best Vintages of Dom Pérignon

  Explore the legendary vintages of Dom Pérignon, their unique aromas and tasting advice for collecting the finest cuvées. 
• Advice | Tasting | 9 March 2026

  Which wine to drink with oysters?

  Discover the best wine and oyster pairings to elevate your tastings. Follow our guide to choose the ideal wine with fresh oysters
• Advice | Tasting | 9 March 2026

  How to taste a Grand Cru Classé de Margaux?

  Discover how to taste a Grand Cru Classé de Margaux, its secrets, and the perfect food and wine pairings for an unforgettable experience
• Advice | Tasting | 9 March 2026

  Which wine to drink with spiny lobster?

  Discover the best wines to accompany spiny lobster. Pairing advice to enhance this crustacean at your festive meals.
• Advice | Tasting | 8 December 2025

  Which wine to choose with foie gras?

  Discover the best wine and foie gras pairings. Learn how to enhance this exceptional dish with the ideal cuvées for every occasion
• Tasting | 13 February 2025

  Tasted and Approved - February 2025

  Champagne, whites and reds tasted in recent months! 
• Tasting | 15 October 2024

  Tasted & Approved - September 2024

  6 whites and 6 reds tasted this month!