Cavistes Calvados

For almost 30 years, this independent wine merchant has been taking us on a journey to the heart of the vineyards, overlooking... the sea, the lighthouse and the port. Over 300 wines from the best grape varieties of our terroirs in this Ali-Baba (rne) cellar, 90% of them from small growers. Local wines (do you know Coteaux du Giennois?) or grands crus, spirits, ciders, beers from local brewers, rums from overseas and elsewhere, there's something for every palate and every budget. There's nothing flashy about it, but the presentation is neat and tidy, with regular new arrivals.

A wine merchant who seduces by his kindness, his love of wine and his... bottle! Head sommelier of the Drouant restaurant for 20 years, member of the Association des Sommeliers de Paris, Nicolas Loubère is a great oenologist. In his sober and elegant wine cellar - where a few autographed photos of his Parisian past are displayed - he advises with his great experience, while charging low prices. Nicolas favours independent winemakers. Great classics, great vintages, great finds, Drouant champagne (exclusive), spirits and tasting evenings!

This Nicolas cellar welcomes you to its richly endowed den. No more headaches when it comes to finding the perfect gift for your loved ones! Whether you're looking for prestigious crus or nuggets from small estates, the cellar master will guide you. White, rosé or sparkling, everything is carefully chilled for your pleasure. And for those in search of a bewitching elixir, the spirits are just waiting to awaken your taste buds! With Nicolas, you're sure to find the rare gem to brighten up your evenings.

Motorists, be careful to negotiate your arrival and departure! The winery is located on the four-lane road to Ouistreham between the Centre Commercial Saint-Clair and Colombelles exits. No need to tell you that it's fast... But once your skid has been controlled and your car parked in front of the store, you can take your time to choose among the beautiful selections of wines and spirits that Franck offers in his store. We were won over by the choice and the range of prices - there really is something for everyone - as well as by the advice, sure, precise, and without unnecessary jargon. The Côtes du Rhône AOP Domaine de Givaudan (a handful of euros), the Viré-Clessé (a little more expensive), and the Ron Diplomatico (reasonable for a "Reserva") that he recommended on the day of our visit all three fulfill their promises. By the way, we received a mini-course on rum - sorry, rums - and thank you because now we learn to appreciate them and to recognize their aromas. But the man could talk to you as much about his whiskies, calvados and beers... In short, a passionate man who is also a pro!

Les Mets Chai, before it was a drinking restaurant, it was a dining cellar! Jean-Charles has separated the two concepts to keep us happy! Here, you'll discover excellent vintages, natural wines, meaning organic, good and clean! Look at the walls full of bottles with labels and appellations that stand out (Va te faire boire or Gamay du matin). Evening presentations and tastings are organized (book in advance!) in the presence of the winemakers. There's something for every palate, and your favorite vineyards will no longer hold any secrets for you!

La Cave des Tontons is a winning double: a lunchtime restaurant and a wine and spirits boutique. You won't find that nameless apple and beet potion ("y'en a!") that a certain Polish lady used to drink for breakfast... but you will be spoilt for choice with a wide selection of wines, rums, whiskies, champagnes, cognacs, armagnacs, calvados, gins and beers from all over the world. And because there's nothing better than getting to know the product, La Cave des Tontons also organises wine tasting sessions.

"The future of life will go through many." We enter this cellar to discover a true defender of nature and natural. Michel tells you lots of things about the lands and vines he visited, the nectars he tasted, from wines to spirits through champagne… More than 580 references (out of the existing 600) are present on the shelves. Useful, the map of vineyards, displayed in the store which gives the impression of seeing it more clearly and learning about the wines of Burgundy, between Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, Côte Chalonnaise and Macon… for example. The champagne has no secret for him either: He tells you the story of this piece of land or the little square metres that make it possible to make a unique champagne. We also love the selection, more restricted but also selected of whiskies, calvados and rums and the "troubleshooting" side, located in the basement cellar. Ask to eat. Go and greet him, talk, come back…. It is exciting. Not only does he speak five languages but he has an elephant memory!

An institution at Trouville! The boss, Gérard Bazire (nicknamed Gégé by the intimate), is a character, former boss of the Vapours, and one of the best wine merchants in France. It includes the best Calvados, names that you don't see elsewhere and, if you are lucky, the David cider, the best in the world.

Sharing a convivial moment over a good glass is part of the French heritage. Whether you prefer beer, wine or whisky, you're bound to find what you're looking for in this vast cellar, and you can rely on Philippe's advice. In his wine selection, he favors both the great Bordeaux vintages and lesser-known estates. Beer lovers will also find plenty to their liking, with a wide range of reds, blondes and browns, mainly from Belgium and Germany. Futé: oenology courses and tasting evenings organized on a regular basis.

Two centuries later, the village of Beaumont has rediscovered its spirits cellar! It was Pierre Boinet's team, the famous wine merchant on Place du Colonel-Langlois, who revived this little shop, which had already specialized in wines and liqueurs in 1850! A place steeped in history, opened in 2021, where Aurore welcomes you and tells you the story of the many treasures on display, including spirits. L'Annexe complements Pierre Boinet's cellar, which is more dedicated to the world of wine. Choice is luxury!

Facing the market, this luxury grocery store (on the ground floor) and wine cellar (on the first floor) offers a fine selection of carefully selected products, including no less than 70 calvados!