No matter how hard wine countries like Italy, Spain, Argentina, and New Zealand try, France remains the leading wine country. France boasts the most beautiful wine regions in the world and offers first-class wines to wine lovers everywhere. Although tastes vary, everyone is a little bit of a French fan. No one turns down a luxurious Chablis, everyone is up for a classic Bordeaux, and we all yearn for the royal bubbly : Champagne. France is and remains the number one wine country. French wines have been part of global wine history for centuries. The techniques that French winemakers have used for decades are applied to vineyards all over the world, from South Africa to California and from Germany to Australia. International grape varieties all have their origins in France: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and so on. France can rightfully call itself the cradle of wine.

French Wine Regions

Just as the Loire, Rhône, and Seine rivers meander through France, wine runs through the veins of every Frenchman. France offers a wide variety of wines, sure to please your taste. Burgundy, Alsace, Bordeaux, Loire, or Cote du Rhône—all wine regions produce wines of the utmost sublime quality. What you taste when you open a bottle of French wine is years of craftsmanship, vast vineyards in the rolling French countryside, grapes harvested by hand the old-fashioned way. Winemaking, a place of nostalgia, reigns supreme. With every sip, you savor the culinary power of France. Enjoy life. Vivre la vie.

French Burgundy

Burgundy is world-famous. Its white wines are breathtaking. No other region in the world boasts white wines more sought-after than those from Burgundy. Countless crus capture the hearts of many. The wines are full-bodied and rich; deep and intense. Because supply can't meet global demand, this has had a detrimental effect on prices. But treat yourself, open a bottle, and you'll know why Burgundy is called Burgundy. This region is so unique, you'll taste it in every single sip. Your bottle will be empty in no time, but it's more than worth it!

While Burgundy produces exquisite white French wines, the finest reds are produced on the west coast: Bordeaux. The biggest names in the wine world originate here. Terms like Saint-Émilion, Medoc, Sauternes, and Graves are familiar to everyone. Bordeaux truly produces the finest wines. The most expensive wineries also have their headquarters here. For over 300 years, top wines have been produced here, thanks in part to the Dutch. It was we who expanded the Medoc in the 17th century. This is the region where the most desirable grape varieties grow today.

Although the Languedoc-Roussillon region was a factory for mass-produced wines for years, fine wines are now also being produced here. This region still produces a large number of wines, but the overall quality has more than doubled, to say the least. Major wineries like Laurent Miquel, Paul Mas, and Lafage are increasingly focusing on developing the wines of this French region. Experimentation is underway, and it's paying off. New appellations are constantly appearing in this diverse area, and the wine is highly prized. Don't be deterred by the stories from this beautiful region, because every bottle is more than worth it!

French Champagne

Champagne is perhaps the most beautiful, delicate sparkling wine in the world. It represents so much: celebration, wealth, flavor, and conviviality. Nothing but superlatives for this wonderful product. Wineries like Moet & Chandon, Krug, Deutz, Bollinger, and Gosset are among the most famous, most highly regarded, and most beautiful wineries in the world. A sparkling wine that's indispensable for a birthday, a wedding, New Year's Eve, or any other celebration. Treat yourself and enjoy this festive sparkling wine more often. For several years now, Moet & Chandon has also released the Ice Imperial version. A slightly sweet champagne that's meant to be enjoyed on the rocks. Ideal for sunny Sundays in May or long late summer evenings in the backyard.

Like the French proverb: Vivre la Vie. Live life. The French are, after all, the biggest fans of their own wines. Arrogance? Absolutely not. You can't help but become a fan of the fantastic French wines. You taste pleasure in every sip. Enjoying life, enjoying food, enjoying the picturesque French countryside, and enjoying bustling metropolises like Paris and Marseille. Every wine produced within the French borders has a matching, equally French, dish. Although food and drink go hand in hand in many wine-producing countries, nowhere do they go together as well as in France. Like a good marriage, they complement each other perfectly. The French are proud of their cuisine and triumphant about their wines. Fan of the New World? Why not try something from France again? We're sure your perfect wine is among them!