Taste Test: Moët & Chandon Vs. Taittinger — Which is the best Champagne?
Julien Miquel compares Moët & Chandon and Taittinger side by side, breaking down style, tasting notes, and which champagne wins.
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Thanksgiving at Gualfín
A Thanksgiving spent at Finca Gualfín in Argentina, with home cooking, shared work, Malbec, and a long table in the Calchaquí Valley.
Is Pomerol the Best Wine in the World? Understanding the Finest Bordeaux Terroir
Is Pomerol the best wine in the world? A deep look at Bordeaux’s smallest appellation, its blue clay terroir, Merlot dominance, and iconic wines.
The Great Turkey Paradox
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Never Be That Guest, Bland Wine Guest
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Julien’s Favorite Wines of 2024
Hello dear wine connoisseurs,and welcome to your new Bonner Private Wines video. I’m your host, Julien Miquel, Bordeaux-trained winemaker and seasoned wine taster. Today, I want to give you an opportunity to experience, taste, and stock up on absolutely delicious…
A Toast to the Simple Things
From a London pub to Paris cafés and American bars, this essay reflects on wine, conversation, and the simple rituals that connect us.
Is this CHEAP WINE worth the $? | French Winemaker Tastes Woodbridge By Robert Mondavi
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The best complaint
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Introducing Our 2024 French Collection
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] There’s something about the French approach to dining. It feels like they work carefully on every meal, making it something worth savoring. That’s how Julien…