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Bordeaux is a large region on the Atlantic coast, which has a long history of exporting its
wines overseas. This is primarily a red wine region, famous for the wines Chateau
Lafite-Rothschild, Chateau Latour, Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, Chateau Margaux and
Chateau Haut-Brion from the Medoc sub-region; Chateau Cheval Blanc and Chateau
Ausone in St Emilion; and Petrus and Chateau Le Pin in Pomerol. The red wines
produced are usually blended, from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and sometimes Cabernet Franc. Bordeaux also makes dry and
sweet white wines, including some of the world's most famous sweet wines from the Sauternes appellation, such as Chateau
d'Yquem.
Burgundy or Bourgogne in eastern France is a region where red and white wines are equally important. Probably more
terroir-conscious than any other region, Burgundy is divided into the largest number of appellations of any French region. The top
wines from Burgundy's heartland in Côte d'Or command high prices. The Burgundy region is divided in four main parts:
Beaujolais in the south, close to the Rhône Valley region, where mostly red wines are made in a fruity style that is usually
consumed young. "Beaujolais Nouveau" is the only one wine that can be legally consumed in the year of its production (Third week
end of November)
Chablis, halfway between Côte d'Or and Paris, where white wines are produced on chalky soil giving a more crisp and steely style
than the rest of Burgundy.
There are two main grape varieties used in Burgundy - Chardonnay for white wines, and Pinot Noir for red. White wines are also
sometimes made from Aligoté, and other grape varieties will also be found occasionally.
Champagne, situated in eastern France, close to Belgium and Luxembourg, is the coldest of France's major wine regions and
home its major sparkling wine. Champagne wines can be both white and rosé. A small amount of still wine is produced in
Champagne (as AOC Coteaux Champenois) of which some can be red wine.
Corsica is an island in the Mediterranean the wines of which are primarily consumed on the island itself. It has nine AOC regions
and an island-wide vin de pays designation and is still developing its production methods as well as its regional style.
Jura, a small region in the mountains close to Switzerland where some unique wine styles, notably Vin Jaune and Vin de Paille,
are produced. The region covers six appellations and is related to Burgundy through its extensive use of the burgundian grapes
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, though other varieties are used. It also shares cool climate with Burgundy.
Languedoc-Roussillon, by far the largest region in terms of vineyard surface, and the region in which much of France's cheap bulk
wines have been produced. While still the source of much of France's and Europe's overproduction, the so-called "wine lake",
Languedoc-Roussillon is also the home of some of France's most innovative producers. They try to combine traditional French
wine and international styles and do not hesitate to take lessons from the New World. Much Languedoc-Roussillon wine is sold
as Vin de Pays d'Oc.
Loire valley is a primarily white-wine region that stretches over a long distance along the Loire River in central and western France,
and where grape varieties and wine styles vary along the river.
Provence, in the southeast and close to the Mediterranean. It is perhaps the warmest wine region of France and produces mainly
rosé and red wine. It covers eight major appellations led by the Provence flagship, Bandol. Some Provence wine can be
compared with the Southern Rhône wines as they share both grapes and, to some degree, style and climate. Provence also has a
classification of its most prestigious estates, much like Bordeaux.
Rhone Valley, primarily a red-wine region in southeastern France, along the Rhône River. The styles and varietal composition of
northern and southern Rhône differ, but both parts compete with Bordeaux as traditional producers of red wines.
Savoy or Savoie, primarily a white-wine region in the Alps close to Switzerland, where many grapes unique to this region are
cultivated.
Dear Friend,
Part of the romance of the beautiful city of Paris is whiling away your time here in a café with a book. (Somehow, a café au
lait and a Kindle does not have the same ring!). For those who still love the printed word, here’s a short guide to the best
Parisian bookstores.
Shakespeare and Co.Facing Notre Dame on the Left Bank, this storied shop has been a real gold mine for generations in
search of rare English published books. It's a place to visit in and of itself, but also to discuss, to meet with others, to buy
and sell. It’s a real slice of the Left Bank.
W.H. Smith on rue de Rivoli
W.H. Smith on rue de Rivoli is vast and offers a large choice from the most recent bestsellers to a good section on
language teaching methods, tourist guides and children’s books. Brentano's, which dates from 1895 on the Avenue de l’
Opera, was closed for a few months but has reopened offering books, guide books, paintings, stationery and more. The
Village Voice on rue Princesse is well known among the Parisian American community for the readings given there
several times a month.
The banks of the Seine
Last but not least, the banks of the Seine are always worth a wander through the stalls of the “bouqinistes”. English
language books are more rare, here, but the picturesque stalls crowded with first editions mixed in with well-thumbed
paperbacks are a delight.
The water show "Les Grandes Eaux"
At Versailles, the water show "Les Grandes Eaux", is an experience that everyone should enjoy at least once in a lifetime.
An argument could be made that draining the swamp around the chateau was at least as much of an achievement as
building this Louis XIV masterpiece. It took years to bring water from the Seine river and from every possible brook in the
neighborhood. A project supposed to bring water from the Eure in Maintenon caused thousands of deaths and never
succeeded, but today offers the unusual sight of the ruins of the aquaduct to the golfers and strollers in the parc of the
Chateau of Maintenon.
Every year the "Grandes Eaux" of Versailles increase in popularity (1 million visitors last year). 35 kilometers of pipes
running underground spray water in 55 different fountains. It takes place every weekend till fall in the morning from 11am
to 12am, and from 3:30 – 5pm. Pieces of music of Rameau and Lully accompany the water festival: pure enchantment.
Then, starting on June 19th, by 9pm, laser light shows and gigantic flames will turn this "Grandes Eaux" into a stunning
night attraction.
The Latest Exhibitions
Yves Saint Laurent at the Petit Palais, with objects, pictures of famous photographers and of course dresses for the YSL
foundation, a must to understand how this artist has revolutionized fashion, by adapting men’s clothes to women’s style.
Edward Munch at the Pinacotheque of Paris, focusing on his less well known colorist work. Till July 18th.
Lucien Freud, maybe the most expansive British living artist. Pompidou Center, this exhibition will end on July 19th.
Our Parisian restaurant selections this month:
Les Bouquinistes – Guy Savoy’s elegant homage to the booksellers, is at 53, quai des Augustins
Lunch with children: try the restaurant on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. If your legs can take it, enjoy coming down to
the ground floor via the stair case. It’s a great way to enjoy the architecture and a good way to tire out the kids!
Venturing Outside the City of Lights
- Looking for a new diversion that is not too far from the city? Le Puy de Fou is an outstanding theme park with
performances throughout the day of falconry, jousting, magic and music, and boasts atmospheric reconstructions of a
Norman fort, a medieval town and an 18th-century village. On some evenings you can enjoy a splendid Son et Lumière
show, regarded as the best sound-and-light show in Europe in which literally 1,000 local actors take part dramatizing the
history of the Vendee province.
- The Villa Lescure is a charming accommodation choice close to the park – only 4 suites with an 18th century ambience.
Even classier is the Chateau Boisnard
www.chateau-boisniard.com/packpuydufou.php
- Excellent stops on the way include Chartres and Angers, and of course, PML will be happy to drive you there and back!
A Short Selection of Events Around Europe :
- London : Carnaby Street celebrating her 50's and still swinging.
- Henry Moore exhibition at the Tate Gallery. The best years of this British artist despite his depression, a song to beauty.
www.tate.org.uk
- Gauguin in Amsterdam, www.vangoghmuseum.nl, a reconstitution of the exhibition of Paris world fair exhibition of 1889
of what will be become the Pont-Aven group.
Gastronomy in Alsace
- L’Arnsbourg à Baerenthal 18 Untermuhlthal 57230 Baerenthal (at the border of Alsace/Lorraine) : superb spot in the
middle of the forest, very quiet . Excellent cooking , normally less than one hour drive from Strasbourg.
Ttel : +33(0)3.87.06.50.85 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.87.06.50.85 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
- Le Crocodile in Strasbourg : a former 3 Michelin stars restaurant sold by Emile Jung, is now in the “espoirs” category
(promising restaurants category). Tél. : +33(0)3.88.32.13.02 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)
3.88.32.13.02 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
- Le Buerehiesel 4 parc de l’Orangerie 67000 Strasbourg : Papa Antoine Westermann had given the restaurant to his son.
This place also features in the “espoirs” category of the Michelin guide.
Tel. : +33(0)3.88.45.56.65 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.88.45.56.65 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
- Other good news The Auberge de l'Ill in Ilhauersern is still there (near Colmar and its Bugatti Museum). The Haerberlin
family place, one of the most impressive and talented restaurants and inns I have ever been.
Tel : +33(0)3.89.71.89.00 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.89.71.89.00 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
And as always, if you need a chauffeured car to get you there, you know whom to ask. For other suggestions in Paris,
around France or elsewhere in Europe,
please email us at pml@pmlparis.com
we are always pleased to help.
Connect to me on Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/pierremarclambert
If you are looking for a terrace in the sun, then the following are all good choices:
- Go ritzy, try the Plaza Athénée,run by world famous chef Alain Ducasse.
- Something intimate : try to get one of the lovely tables on the patio of l'Hotel, rue des Beaux Arts
- For the fashion crowd, book at the new Armani court yard on Boulevard Saint Germain.
- And to demonstrate that you really know the best spots in Paris, take your friends for lunch at Le Petit Palais, an
excellent value and only a few steps from the Museum’s fabulous collection and from the Saint Laurent exhibition.
Part of the romance of the beautiful city of Paris is whiling away your time here in a café with a book. (Somehow, a café au
lait and a Kindle does not have the same ring!). For those who still love the printed word, here’s a short guide to the best
Parisian bookstores.
Shakespeare and Co.Facing Notre Dame on the Left Bank, this storied shop has been a real gold mine for generations in
search of rare English published books. It's a place to visit in and of itself, but also to discuss, to meet with others, to buy
and sell. It’s a real slice of the Left Bank.
W.H. Smith on rue de Rivoli
W.H. Smith on rue de Rivoli is vast and offers a large choice from the most recent bestsellers to a good section on
language teaching methods, tourist guides and children’s books. Brentano's, which dates from 1895 on the Avenue de l’
Opera, was closed for a few months but has reopened offering books, guide books, paintings, stationery and more. The
Village Voice on rue Princesse is well known among the Parisian American community for the readings given there
several times a month.
The banks of the Seine
Last but not least, the banks of the Seine are always worth a wander through the stalls of the “bouqinistes”. English
language books are more rare, here, but the picturesque stalls crowded with first editions mixed in with well-thumbed
paperbacks are a delight.
The water show "Les Grandes Eaux"
At Versailles, the water show "Les Grandes Eaux", is an experience that everyone should enjoy at least once in a lifetime.
An argument could be made that draining the swamp around the chateau was at least as much of an achievement as
building this Louis XIV masterpiece. It took years to bring water from the Seine river and from every possible brook in the
neighborhood. A project supposed to bring water from the Eure in Maintenon caused thousands of deaths and never
succeeded, but today offers the unusual sight of the ruins of the aquaduct to the golfers and strollers in the parc of the
Chateau of Maintenon.
Every year the "Grandes Eaux" of Versailles increase in popularity (1 million visitors last year). 35 kilometers of pipes
running underground spray water in 55 different fountains. It takes place every weekend till fall in the morning from 11am
to 12am, and from 3:30 – 5pm. Pieces of music of Rameau and Lully accompany the water festival: pure enchantment.
Then, starting on June 19th, by 9pm, laser light shows and gigantic flames will turn this "Grandes Eaux" into a stunning
night attraction.
The Latest Exhibitions
Yves Saint Laurent at the Petit Palais, with objects, pictures of famous photographers and of course dresses for the YSL
foundation, a must to understand how this artist has revolutionized fashion, by adapting men’s clothes to women’s style.
Edward Munch at the Pinacotheque of Paris, focusing on his less well known colorist work. Till July 18th.
Lucien Freud, maybe the most expansive British living artist. Pompidou Center, this exhibition will end on July 19th.
Our Parisian restaurant selections this month:
Les Bouquinistes – Guy Savoy’s elegant homage to the booksellers, is at 53, quai des Augustins
Lunch with children: try the restaurant on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. If your legs can take it, enjoy coming down to
the ground floor via the stair case. It’s a great way to enjoy the architecture and a good way to tire out the kids!
Venturing Outside the City of Lights
- Looking for a new diversion that is not too far from the city? Le Puy de Fou is an outstanding theme park with
performances throughout the day of falconry, jousting, magic and music, and boasts atmospheric reconstructions of a
Norman fort, a medieval town and an 18th-century village. On some evenings you can enjoy a splendid Son et Lumière
show, regarded as the best sound-and-light show in Europe in which literally 1,000 local actors take part dramatizing the
history of the Vendee province.
- The Villa Lescure is a charming accommodation choice close to the park – only 4 suites with an 18th century ambience.
Even classier is the Chateau Boisnard
www.chateau-boisniard.com/packpuydufou.php
- Excellent stops on the way include Chartres and Angers, and of course, PML will be happy to drive you there and back!
A Short Selection of Events Around Europe :
- London : Carnaby Street celebrating her 50's and still swinging.
- Henry Moore exhibition at the Tate Gallery. The best years of this British artist despite his depression, a song to beauty.
www.tate.org.uk
- Gauguin in Amsterdam, www.vangoghmuseum.nl, a reconstitution of the exhibition of Paris world fair exhibition of 1889
of what will be become the Pont-Aven group.
Gastronomy in Alsace
- L’Arnsbourg à Baerenthal 18 Untermuhlthal 57230 Baerenthal (at the border of Alsace/Lorraine) : superb spot in the
middle of the forest, very quiet . Excellent cooking , normally less than one hour drive from Strasbourg.
Ttel : +33(0)3.87.06.50.85 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.87.06.50.85 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
- Le Crocodile in Strasbourg : a former 3 Michelin stars restaurant sold by Emile Jung, is now in the “espoirs” category
(promising restaurants category). Tél. : +33(0)3.88.32.13.02 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)
3.88.32.13.02 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
- Le Buerehiesel 4 parc de l’Orangerie 67000 Strasbourg : Papa Antoine Westermann had given the restaurant to his son.
This place also features in the “espoirs” category of the Michelin guide.
Tel. : +33(0)3.88.45.56.65 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.88.45.56.65 end_of_the_skype_highlighting.
- Other good news The Auberge de l'Ill in Ilhauersern is still there (near Colmar and its Bugatti Museum). The Haerberlin
family place, one of the most impressive and talented restaurants and inns I have ever been.
Tel : +33(0)3.89.71.89.00 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +33(0)3.89.71.89.00 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
And as always, if you need a chauffeured car to get you there, you know whom to ask. For other suggestions in Paris,
around France or elsewhere in Europe,
please email us at pml@pmlparis.com
we are always pleased to help.
Connect to me on Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/pierremarclambert
If you are looking for a terrace in the sun, then the following are all good choices:
- Go ritzy, try the Plaza Athénée,run by world famous chef Alain Ducasse.
- Something intimate : try to get one of the lovely tables on the patio of l'Hotel, rue des Beaux Arts
- For the fashion crowd, book at the new Armani court yard on Boulevard Saint Germain.
- And to demonstrate that you really know the best spots in Paris, take your friends for lunch at Le Petit Palais, an
excellent value and only a few steps from the Museum’s fabulous collection and from the Saint Laurent exhibition.
Alliance Hospitality Contact: Sylvie Desanti • Immeuble Diapason • 218, rue Jean Jaurès • 75019 Paris Tel.: 33 (0)1 53 38 37 47 • Fax: 33 (0)1 53 38 40 60 sylvie.desanti@alliance.hospitalityity.com Best Mont Blanc Contact: Lionel Girard • BP 136 • 77404 Chamonix Tel.: 33 (0)4 50 53 41 28 • Fax: 33 (0)4 50 53 41 39 sales@chamonixhotels.com • www.bestmontblanc.com Boscolo Contact: Benoît Valla • 12, avenue de Verdun • 06000 Nice Tel.: 33 (0)4 93 16 75 74 • Fax: 33 (0)4 93 88 97 15 benoit.valla@plaza.boscolo.com • www.boscolohotels.com Choice Contact: Dominique Debarge • BP 66 • Lieu dit "Les Champcueils" • 91223 Bretigny sur Orge Tel.: 33 (0)1 69 80 19 26 • Fax: 33 (0)1 69 80 71 76 ddebarge@choicehotels.fr • www.choicehotels.fr Compagnie des Hôtels de Montagne Contact: Marylène Brun • Chemin de Riante Colline • 74120 Megève Tel.: 33 (0)4 72 41 06 06 • Fax: 33 (0)4 72 56 09 88 m.brun@c-h-m.com • www.courdesloges.com Concorde Contact: Emmanuel Schott • 58, boulevard Gouvion Saint-Cyr • 75017 Paris Tel.: 33 (0)1 56 68 50 03 • Fax: 33 (0)1 56 68 50 36 eschott@concorde-hotels.com • www.concorde-hotels.com France Patrimoine Contact: Patricia Pimet • 193, rue de Bercy • 75012 Paris Tel.: 33 (0)1 40 04 66 45 • Fax: 33 (0)1 40 04 63 21 commercial@hotels-francepatrimoine.com • www.hotels-francepatrimoine.com |
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