Collection: Purchase of Fine Wines

What is a great wine ?

When we think "Great wine",Bordeauxand his
Grands Crus Classésimmediately come to mind, along with theBurgundy
and its magicFirstAndGrands Crus. Some sublime
names of theRhone Valleyalso come to mind, like
Cote Rotie,Condrieu,HermitageOrChateauneuf Pope. Nevertheless, do not
make no mistake, all the regions of France are full of fascinating cuvées!

Languedoc-Roussillonoffers in particular very great red wines,powerful, intense and of good guard where theShiraz, THEGrenache, THEMourvèdreor even the
Carignanplay key roles.

Provence, best known for itsroses(some of which are also
great wines, likeAOC Bandoland its fleshy and gourmet rosés)
also offers us its share of nuggets. Great white wines, especially made from
great grape varietyrolle(Vermentino) or red wines, often also made from
Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre grape varieties can leave an unforgettable memory.

Alsaceand its magnificent
mineral white winesor some of hissweet winesalso leave a
indelible mark. Here,Riesling,Gewürztramineror Pinot Gris are the
kings.

ThereChampagneWe
offers the most beautiful and fine bubbles in the world and some of its
wines (especially the vintages) are incredible cuvées for laying down
Chardonnay,Pinot NoirAndPinot Meunieroffer unique aromatics of a
great presence.

Finally, let's not forget
THEBeaujolais, too often decried but some of whichGamaycan be
bluffing in power and class or even theLoireand its magicChenin,
SauvignonAndCabernet Franc.

You would have understood it,A
Great Wine is not limited to any notion of Cru, region or even
price. The important thing here is the terroir as well as the talent of the winegrower or
the winemaker! Thus, you will find on this pagea selection of wines
emotionswhich will take you on a journey and provide you with beautiful
moments of contemplation. And as usual, if you need advice,
do not hesitate to contact directlyThe Illuminated Cellar!