Wines and spirits Rhônes-Alpes

Typical of the small family-owned family property, this exploitation has been transmitted from father to son since 1830. Ginette and Jean Desclas are now on the orders and not déméritent. They are eager to make their vines discover their vines and take the time to detail their production, red beaujolais, morgon or brouilly.

This visit combines culture and oenology and is well worth the time. The oenotheque and its tasting room offers several Beaujolais wines from the 52 hectares of the estate. Since the Middle Ages, the fine wines of the Château de Pizay have seduced Beaujolais lovers. The 62 ha of vines of this magnificent estate are located in several appellations: Red Beaujolais, Morgon, Régnié, White Beaujolais, Brouilly, Château de Saint-Lager. Oenosensory tour to learn about oenology before putting your new knowledge into practice.

Undoubtedly at the head of First Grands Vins Classified. A warm and passionate owner of a family farm for 3 generations of 8 hectares whose harvest is still taking place by hand, gives a wine that will allow the best expression of its land. Culture is done in a cup-type low size and the soils are worked. Exceptional Fleurie Les Moriers, which owes its fame to a privileged soil, from the granite where it extends its roots, a brilliant dress, a fleshy, strong and complex wine, of good care, spicy, a wine that fills well the very beautiful, very unsubtyped. Superb vintage vintage vintage vines, with aromas of fruit and spices, to be served on a stuffed goose

Domaine Aigues-Belles is a winery located in the town of Val-d'Arc. Groups are welcome and parking is available, even for coaches. The domaine is also mentioned in the Guide Bettane et Desseauve 2023, with several of their wines scoring high marks. As far as news is concerned, the domaine mentions a reduced harvest in 2021 due to April frosts, while the 2022 harvest is of normal quantity but weather conditions have made vinification difficult. Finally, several Parisian wine shops are mentioned where Domaine Aigues-Belles wines can be found.

In the south of the Beaujolais, in the Pierres Dorées region, the 11.5 ha of vines of the Pampres d'Or family estate have been cultivated with passion for 3 generations. All the bottles produced on the estate are AB certified since 2018. The estate has validated its transition to organic viticulture to allow us to taste the best of the Beaujolais. Two gîtes with evocative names, the Gamay and the Chardonnay, with three rooms each.

The vineyard is divided mainly on steep slopes exposed south. The wine cellars is located on a hill at the exit of the visible village thanks to the Lapendery inscription on the roof. The work of the vine is carried out mainly by hand, which makes the mechanization difficult. This red wine comes from a fruity, fruity vine for AOC Côte Roannaise in different vintages, and a little Pinot noir marketed under the name of Pays country wine. In July, a production of cassis (fruit) is also proposed.

Built in the 11th century, the medieval vaulted cellar, the oldest in Haute-Savoie, makes the wine estate an exceptional site. In 1873, Jean-Marie Suchet, a local winegrower, acquired the land as well as the house. His descendants, the Canelli-Suchet family, still occupy the premises. The Tour de Marignan vineyard extends over 5 hectares and has held the organic viticulture label since 1993. Tasting the white Marignan Chasselas grape variety, a natural pearl, and a speciality, the Goat.

Sport and viticulture go hand in hand! Leplan-Vermeersch is a family wine estate of 24 ha, created by Dirk Vermeersch, a former car driver. In 1986, he obtained his first "victories" with a 2003 (two stars in the Hachette wine guide) then with a 2006 Châteauneuf-du-Pape (95 out of 100 in the Parker guide). The estate produces a diverse range of organic wines from local (single) grape varieties such as Aramon, Carignan, Grenache, Syrah and Viognier. He is assisted by Ann, his daughter, an oenologist, and Sébastien, his son-in-law, a former rugby player.

Château Grillet, a mythical terroir for all wine lovers. An appellation in itself for this 3.5 hectare estate in the communes of Vérin and Saint-Michel-sur-Rhône. Located on a steep terrace, this south-facing vineyard has existed since Roman times. The wine is made exclusively from Viognier. This rich, peachy, apricot-scented wine can be aged for several years. Blaise Pascal and Thomas Jefferson already consumed this nectar which is worth, depending on the year, between 180 and 300 € a bottle, provided you can find some!

A magnificent estate created in 1964 by Odette and Henri Bour. Descended from a long line of winegrowers, the Bour family set out to build an estate that respected tradition. In 1974, the construction of a vinification cellar enabled them to showcase the products of their terroir. Since then, their efforts have been rewarded with over 200 medals. The winery is located in the heart of an ^18th-century bastide. A warm welcome and a variety of events: introduction to wine tasting, educational walks, gourmet moments, wine and truffles...

The history of the Chapoton estate goes back to the reign of Louis XIV and the beautiful bastide, located at the foot of the village, was built at the end of the 18th century. Part of the wine-making cellar is located within the old walls. Among the exceptional terroirs of this estate, the one located at the top of the massif of Uchaux and Rochegude. The vineyard covers 60 hectares, spread over 4 communes, Rochegude with the Uchaux massif, Sainte-Cécile-les-Vignes and Cairanne. The wines reach, after years of hard work, an excellent quality. Dare to try the Rouge Pif!

The estate of Château des Amoureuses changed hands in 2011 and was taken over by Jean-Pierre and Florence Bedel to produce exceptional wines. The estate, located on the right bank of the Rhône, south of Bourg-Saint-Andéol, their hometown, has been undergoing a wind of renewal ever since. Jean-Michel Novelle, international consultant oenologist, is part of the adventure. The trio has rethought everything, from the 58-hectare vineyard to the winery. In the cellar, they have surrounded themselves with two young oenologists, Kristin Basson, originally from South Africa, and Claudia Gomez, originally from Chile.

The reins of the Balthazar estate passed from father René to his son Franck in 2002, but the estate has kept its reputation as a producer of an authentic cornas. The 2 hectares of the estate have been in the family since the First World War, but the current plan has been a gradual expansion with about ten hectares planted over a five-year period. Despite everything, Franck keeps the traditional side of his father: here, no new barrels! It is a wine that needs to be forgotten in the cellar to flourish for a few years. Excellent quality/price ratio, particularly the 1999 vintage, which still remains one of the references. It's better to call before you come by.

The vineyards of the Domaine de Philippe Peulet represent eight islands spread over 5 hectares, with the gamay planted on granite arenas as a conductor. For example, each year, there is a rosé of rosé and two or three vintages of red. The rosé Porphyry resulting from bloodletting of all the red vats, even the old vines, is fruity, fleshy and balanced. Granites Red, fruit, fruit, fruit… and minéralité. The red les Bonichons was born of an intuition during a visit on this hillside to the evocative name, there was a house that housed the nurses of the commune. Exposed south on a deep sandy soil where quartz outcrops emerge, the Bonichons give a fleshy wine with ripe fruits that can be fully found after 2 to 3 years. Red Les Moines Noir, exceptional wine, because produced only in the best years. Selection of two plots of 60 and over 100 years, he wants to be structured, full and high in barrels to round it. Those who have the patience to wait 4 years will enjoy intense pleasure.

La Halle aux Vins is a wine shop located in Roanne. It is a limited liability company that has been in business for 36 years. Specializing in beverage retailing, La Halle aux Vins offers a varied selection of wines and other alcoholic beverages. The manager of La Halle aux Vins is Mr. Georges Leyreloup.

At the 9-hectare Domaine Masson, a tradition dedicated to the Jacquère grape has endured for 5 generations. Under the direction of Jean-Claude, who succeeded his father Jean, passion and know-how are passed on. A graduate of the Ecole de Beaune, Jean-Claude embodies perfectionism and meticulous attention to every aspect of viticulture. He favors a minimalist approach, allowing the unique character of each vineyard to express itself fully. Delicious.

A beer cellar opened by Maxence, young but already a connoisseur of the hop universe! It is customary to say that the quality is not waiting for years and the adage is very quickly checked as we push the door of this shop right next to the Chabert café. There are Belgian, Scottish, German and Austrian beers. Many French regions are placed in honour, including Savoie. More than 250 references, including a majority of artisanal beer or small producers, which Maxence selects. Connoisseurs, like amateurs, all recognize this and certainly find here «drink drinks». Discover a wide range of Professionnels professional Syrups and beer specialities. Good tasting with moderation!

This former estate, taken over in 2017 by Benjamin Levère and Cyril Chamontin, will delight epicureans. Since March 2024, the entire estate has gone organic, and we continue to grow the grape varieties typical of the region: syrah, serine, merlot, grenache, cabernet-sauvignon, viognier and chardonnay. Cinsault, in a rosé blend, is particularly appreciated during the hot summers of southern Ardèche! In high season, tastings are available at the cellar every day.

You'll also find a selection of local products on the shelves.

On a magnificent estate, Étienne Pochon farms some 15 hectares and vinifies in a restored château, aging his barrels in ancient vaulted rooms. The vineyard has been farmed organically since 2014. The estate's reds are solid and full-bodied (cuvée château Curson). The "domaine" white has a certain finesse, while the "château" develops more fatness and bite. Don't miss the Cuvée Étienne Pochon, whose fruity flavors will seduce even the most demanding palates...

Today, her vineyard is one of the pillars of the Seyssuel vineyard and spreads over 10 hectares, bringing out the best in Syrah. Caroline's Prestige cuvée, a selection of old vines, aged in oak barrels, is a delight. Domaine Chèze has even been making Condrieu for a few years. True to its origins, Louis Chèze also offers apricot nectar thanks to the few trees that escaped being uprooted. So if you are passing through the heights of the Rhone Valley, stop and fill up on the wine: a good choice awaits you.

This house has double-level cellars dating from 1736. Stéphan is the sixth generation of winegrowers. The vines of Saint-Péray - 8 ha - and Côtes-du-Rhône are located on clayey-limestone soils, the cornas is located on granite hillsides. The surface area of the property is 13 ha. Stéphan offers no less than six vintages of Saint-Péray, including three still wines and four using the Champagne method. All the vintages are vinified and aged in vats. Legend even has it that the first bottle of sparkling Saint-Péray was vinified here in the middle of the 19th century. Here one is welcomed with patience and - above all - passion!

Although Maison Latour has remained a family-run business since it was founded in 1797, it is nonetheless world-renowned. Originally based in Burgundy, the company has played a major role in the success of Ardèche wines and in the birth of the Grand Ardèche appellation, accompanying the rise in quality of the vineyards, particularly the Chardonnay grape variety. Maison Latour buys grapes from around a hundred winegrowers and processes them using high-tech equipment. The tasting cellar is located in the heart of the vineyards.

You can't miss this estate, located at the entrance of the village coming from Die, at the edge of the beautiful vineyard houses staked out from parcel to parcel, at the foot of the Vercors massif. Park in the cellar's car park and go for a walk through the vineyards before discovering the cellar. The Maupas estate, a small organic farm, was created in 1992 by Jérôme Cayol. The soil is worked with a draught horse and the grapes are harvested by hand. In the cellar, you can find clairette-de-die, Châtillon wines in the three colours and local products.

Baron d'Escalin brings together two estates: Vergobbi and Escalin. This vineyard is planted below the Barony of La Garde-Adhémar. The cellar is an invitation to a convivial discovery. Here, you'll find traditional Vergobbi cuvées, as well as the more confidential d'Escalin range of wines. The estate is run with respect for the environment (i.e. without pesticides or herbicides) and tradition, while integrating modernity.

Mas Théo is the result of the heritage of three family farms: the Théolas, specializing mainly in sheep rearing; the Clapiers, with vines and cereals; and the Bes, with sheep, cereals and vines. When Laurent, the last descendant of the Clapier family, took over in 1999, he integrated winemaking into the estate's activities. Mas Théo produces straightforward, affordable AOP Grignan-les-Adhémar wines, organic since 2004 and biodynamic since 2012, matured in cool, damp old chalk rock quarries.

Immerse yourself in the authenticity of their unique, emblematic wines, imbued with the spirit of Savoyard lands. These white wines, mainly made from local grape varieties, promise an incomparable sensory experience. From the intoxicating freshness of Jacquère to the bewitching elegance of Roussanne and the exquisite subtlety of Altesse, each sip reveals a perfect balance between winemaking tradition and innovation.

"Beers made in Sainté! ". All the breweries in Saint-Etienne closed some fifty years ago, but today beer is making a strong comeback in the region. Here, you'll find delicious craft beers that everyone loves, such as Glüttes and Copains-Chopines. Every month, 20,000 liters of beer are brewed to produce more than 10 different beers. Proof of the success and excellence of our beverages, La Machurée has even been awarded a Fourquet d'argent (national beer competition).

Perched in the heart of the Alps at an altitude of 1,450 m, the Galibier brewery is the highest craft brewery in France. The beers are traditionally and artisanally brewed with spring water and high quality raw materials. Their names are evocative: the Alpine (blond high fermentation), the Machut (6% amber), the Avalanche (white with subtle fragrances) or the Snowball (with malty notes and light fruity bitterness). They are 100% natural, without preservatives or carbon dioxide, which has earned them several awards.

The place to come for a good case of wine for over 20 years! At Antic Wine, you'll find one of the world's finest sommeliers, the man who won the "Caviste de l'année 2010" award, Georges dos Santos. Antic Wine is an absolute reference when it comes to cellaring, and this address offers us a few select nectars, bottles from producers rigorously selected by a wine enthusiast and high-flying vintage bottles. Old Lyon and its vineyards open the gates to paradise. The joy of drinking and living well, with no network, no website, no headaches. Passion and sharing.

This organic estate has been in the same family for 4 generations. In the heart of the Drôme Provençale, it combines the cultivation of vines and olive trees. Jean-Marc and Guillaume Rocheville manage a vineyard of 11 ha, harvest by hand and vinify their production. The Rocheville family proposes the discovery of its vineyard, its olive grove and its orchards, through a Rando terroir discovery trail accessible to all. Also, a treasure hunt "Discovering the secrets of nature". Without forgetting to stop by the eco-built store.

Mentioned as early as 1850, the vineyard of this magnificent château was replanted by the Marchal family in 1975 on an 8-hectare hillside. The Marchals have done a lot for the recognition of Brézème wine. This estate, protected by low walls, is now run by the eleven children of the Marchal family and their descendants. They have wonderfully enhanced the place by planting fruit trees: oaks, kiwis, pear trees, fig trees, apricot trees. You will find at the Brézème cellar in the 3 colours. Sustainable viticulture, natural grassing, manual harvest.

Patrice Pobel uses the water from the Ain river to produce high quality beers, often awarded, from barley grown on site. Like this Thou, a white beer elected best pale ale in the world in 2013! Another pleasure to share in this French brewery farm selected for the Houblon d'Or 2023 (best French breweries), the Rivière d'Ain range in blond (medal at the Concours Général Agricole 2015), red, amber, white and brown. Beers made by a passionate person.

On this estate you will find fervent defenders of Brézème as it is the oldest private cellar in the appellation, founded in 1981 by Jean-Marie and Sylvette Lombard. This estate extends its vine rows over 10 hectares of Brézème and 2 hectares of Drôme local wine. Organic and biodynamic farming perfectly enhances the grape varieties of this "special" corner of the world: syrah for the reds, marsanne, roussanne and viognier for the whites, with vines planted on semi-slopes, hillsides and terraces.

An offbeat microbrewery born from the impetus of Benoît and Quentin, who present their range of craft beers with original, one-off and even original recipes: the unique Jour en Chartreuse, a Chartreuse white, Amère Noëlle (house IPA), Échec & Malt, an orange white, MaltoBar (Bar), a cereal triple, ^Pils3, an Apa blonde.... But MaltoBar is also a place where you can learn the secrets of brewing and make your own beer. MaltoBar can also brew "customized" beers on request. An address like no other, to be found at the bar Le Commun des Mortels.

Among the artisanal microbreweries in the Alps, here's Nicolas Fernandez and Stéphane Louvion's Brasserie des Cuves. In this former garage in Sassenage, they set up their tanks in 2015 and brew excellent traditional beers with Grenoble water, source Rochefort, blended with quality ingredients. Blonde, rousse, white and black, these are very pleasant, well-balanced beers, made in the tradition of master brewers. Even more local is Belle Noiseuse: a beer with nutty notes inspired by Dauphin aperitifs. Beers that arrive at your door in a variety of pack sizes to share with friends. Barrels to fuel your evenings.

Set in an exceptional terroir, the estate is now run by Sylvie and Philippe Desbos. It was created in 1960, in the middle of the countryside. Grapes are pressed the old-fashioned way, using a mechanical press. Here, the draught horse is back in action, ploughing with respect for the soil. The passion that drives them and the success that has forged their reputation. The estate produces renowned Saint-Joseph wines and, on a daily basis, a red wine from France.

A microbrewery from Ardèche that is not lacking in energy. Basically, a friendship. Philippe and Laurent decided one day to change their lives and settle in Ardèche where they set up a craft brewery after having made their debut in a large brewery in Lorraine. Here, with malt, spices, water and a lot of passion, they brew blond, white and amber foams. Clever: if you don't know how to match beer and food, they will be happy to help you.

Aux Caves Des Charpennes is a wine cellar offering a selection of rare and ancient grape varieties, as well as biodynamic wines. With its woodsy ambience and high ceiling, this cellar offers a unique experience for wine lovers. Services available include in-store shopping, in-store collection and delivery. Aux Caves Des Charpennes also offers regular events and promotions, such as wine fairs and tastings.

Come aboard the Maison des Rhums, and set sail for the whole world - with a preference for the Caribbean - to discover an exceptional - and unique in Lyon - selection of over 1,200 references! The rarest and most original bottles are available on the online sales site, while the boutique allows you to travel to rums from the best distilleries - Rhum JM from Martinique, Foursquare from Barbados, Kirk and Sweeney from the Dominican Republic... - or independent bottlers like Ferroni from Marseille or Mezan. Rhums arrangés by Ced'. Valuable advice. Open house, tasting workshops. Gift and corporate boxes. Special offers.

La Démarrante is a fun, hoppy place with no shortage of good ideas. Open at the end of the day, La Démarrante treats us to good craft beers and good breads made from the leaven of house beers (a virtuous circle). Good atmosphere, good soundtrack and... good beers at this culinary microbrewery. The beers are available according to the inspiration of the brewers, especially on draught. It's a convivial, festive place where you can break bread and eat good bread, especially on Saturdays, with inventive street-food-style home cooking, and good products always in the same spirit. Creativity and indulgence in a sparkling, refreshing place.

Located in the heart of the Vercors, as its name suggests, this brewery creates innovative organic beverages. The fine team at Bière du Vercors grow the organic hemp and hops used to make their products. Not content with making original beers (with hemp, for example!), they also offer other beverages such as their 100% organic lemonades, or their Wercors whisky, both of which have won medals. They also offer innovative aperitif foods made from their own crops.

Markus rightly claims to be the forerunner of craft beer in the Drôme. Founded in 2001, the famous beer stamped with an open-mouthed hippopotamus head has moved from its Saou premises to vast, modern premises in Cléon-d'Andran, amid barley and wheat plantations. The brand's unfiltered, unpasteurized beer comes in 4 colors and numerous perpetual and seasonal varieties. Also lemonade and shandy. And the two latest products: tonic and cola.

Guy Reynaud looks after a vineyard of 20 ha and 3 AOC, côtes-du-rhône, côtes-du-rhône villages and grignan-les-adhémar. The vineyard is certified organic since 2011, as well as the olive oil of the domain. Saint-Guéry offers tasters a wide choice: the white "Payenne" grignan-les-adhémar, the rosé "Harmony", 4 reds: Garigon, Prestige, Garigues, Bergide and the white Serre. Finally, a late harvest white wine "Douceur d'automne" ideal with desserts. The estate also offers a gîte with two rooms facing the truffle oaks and the Ventoux.

Hand-brewed by Brasserie Romanaise, Jacquemart organic beers pay tribute to one of the symbols of Romans. On the menu are blondes, browns and whites, not forgetting the Jacquemart Triple with its malty, citrusy and fruity aromas. No extracts, additives or colorants are used in these beers: ingredients and production processes are 100% natural. You'll enjoy a visit that includes an introduction to the history of beer, a look at the raw materials and the brewing process, and finally a tasting session.

La Furieuse is part of the "Craft beer" movement. In other words, it respects traditional brewing methods based on quality products, but also allows itself to experiment with new ideas to explore the whole world of beer. At its brewery in Sassenage, benefiting from high-quality Alpine water, La Furieuse produces beers with a strong character. These include La Furie, a beautiful, aromatic blonde ale, and Diffuse, a refreshing spring blonde (a favorite of ours). La Full, 100% organic and local. La Futée, an amber that's just like us. Sulfureuse, a triple Belgian golden amber. Other seasonal beers to enjoy with pleasure and moderation.

A wine merchant since 1919 and the region's leading independent wine merchant, Guyot is located in the heart of Annecy. A luminous address with a thousand bottles for wine enthusiasts who will delight in every color, and for neophytes who will be delighted to let themselves be guided. Rhone Valley wines first and foremost, but not only for this brand open to French vineyards - bottles arranged by region - and foreign ones, but also spirits and champagnes. Tastings with winemakers and events all year round to discover other terroirs. Gift boxes for individuals or companies. Home delivery on request.

A word of warning: L'Apogée du Vin is moving during the summer (and the writing of our guide). The address will change, but will remain in the neighborhood. It's not just the location that's changing, as the concept itself is also set to change (we're promised a hybrid concept, to be continued). What won't change is Enora Le Roy's passion for "committed" organic and biodynamic wines. Wines from passionate artisan winemakers, respectful of the environment and the terroir, that simply delight us with every sip. A graduate of the Université du Vin de Suze-la-Rousse, Enora has set up her own training organization for professionals: "Le vin sur la Lune".

It is in the Ardèche mountains that Baptistine and Xavier brew for you a range of artisanal beers of character, elaborated in a natural way. There is a beautiful collection: the Asociale, the Chourmette... You can find it on the spot, in bars and restaurants. And for your events, we offer it in cask and we even lend you a tapping machine. During the summer season, these beer makers open La Taverne, a bar that welcomes you on Friday evenings. In summer, guided tours of the brewery on Mondays and Thursdays at 4.30 pm (bookings at the tourist office).

Château de Lucey is a family-run wine estate nestled in the charming village of Lucey, between the banks of the Rhône and the majestic Lac du Bourget. Taking over the reins of the vineyards in 2022, the new owners, Erwan Buchwalter and Anne-Cécile Pflieger, accompanied by their daughters Salomé and Daphné, opted for organic viticulture, which began in 2013. In this peaceful setting, nature inspires them in the care they give to their terroirs, which feature emblematic Savoy grape varieties such as Altesse, Mondeuse and Pinot Noir.

Brown wood frontage for this downtown alternative wine shop, offering a wide selection of natural wines in white, rosé, red, orange and sparkling, featuring some fifty local and international winemakers, as well as a collection of craft beers. Carafons organizes gourmet evenings around dishes and bottles, participates in events and hosts special occasions. Carafons also offers in-home tastings to discover natural wines. Parking nearby.