The Petit Verdot (PV) grape’s origins in France date back to the 16th/17th century. The grape is believed to be the child of a grape called Balisca, which originated in Albania, and it was believed to have been brought to France by either the Romans or Greeks.
This Thursday, November 15, is Beaujolais Nouveau day. This day is celebrated yearly at more than 120 festivals in the Beaujolais region of France, which is located just south of Burgundy.
At Château Lestrille in Bordeaux, France, Estelle and Jean-Louis Roumage make wines that are modern in style, fruit-driven and made to enjoy.
The Cotes de Gascogne wine region of France is located between Bordeaux and the border with Spain, in what is collectively referred to as “South West France."
The "red blend" category of wine has expanded sharply over the last few years. By definition, these wines contain less than 75% of any one specific grape. The category currently accounts for approximately 40% of new wines introduced in the U.S. and has surpassed Cabernet Sauvignon in volume of purchases in this country.
