Phylloxera

Phylloxera

The infamous insect, first described in the 1850s and which ravaged almost all European vineyards, has had only marginal importance since the vineyards were replanted. Although phylloxera appears to be under control today, the danger of the pest reappearing remains a...
The Chinese Market

The Chinese Market

With 570,000 hectares of vineyards, China is now the world’s fifth largest wine producer. The country also ranks fifth among wine-consuming nations worldwide. Earlier this year, the Chinese became the world’s largest red wine drinkers, surpassing the...
Pan-fried cuttlefish

Pan-fried cuttlefish

Recipe: Rinse and drain the cuttlefish. If they are large, cut them into pieces. In plenty of olive oil (the sauce will be all the better), lightly sauté some garlic, then add the cuttlefish. Splash with a little white wine and lemon juice, then season with salt and...
Pumpkin soup

Pumpkin soup

Véronique suggests pairing this light starter, served before your game main course, with a Pinot Noir Colline de Géronde. The grapes for this wine come from selected plots in the Sierre region, limestone soils that this delicate, divine and noble grape variety...