The Bordeaux region is dissected by two rivers: La Garonne and La Dordogne. The rivers generally flow east to west, merging into the Gironde Estuary as they approach the Atlantic. La Garonne is the more southerly of the two rivers, La Dordogne lies to the north. The area between them is called l’Entre-Deux-Mers. The regions … More François, Gavin & Valérie
The other day I called my mother, as you do. She was just sitting down to enjoy “l’apéro” with some friends. It was evening in Bordeaux, where she lives. It was late morning where I live. Not wanting to interrupt her chance to visit with friends, I rung off; but, just as I did, was … More L’apéro
We visited Windows Estate in Margaret River five years ago and made two interesting discoveries. The first discovery was understated elegance. The vineyard and cellar door exuded minimalistic simplicity. We tried their wine on that first visit and loved it. And we weren’t alone. The vineyard was gaining a reputation for making good wine, … More Clicquot and Windows
Follow the New Little Big Blog for updates on the book (The Little Big Wines) and for interesting tidbits and information about wine and other topics from Bordeaux, Sonoma and Margaret River It’s been a year since The Little Big Wines popped into our heads. The project is slowly taking shape, maybe a bit slower … More Meeting with the little big wines
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