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Guidelines & Tips

Pairing wines with cheese: myth and reality

Wine and cheese pairings form an essential part of French gastronomy. A wrong pairing is considered almost criminal, while a successful pairing paves the way to pure culinary pleasure and a host of compliments from your guests…

The main grape varieties for red and white wine

Read on to discover all you need to know about grape varieties, their distinctive characteristics, their origins and the types of wine they produce.

Our complete guide to cleaning your wine decanter

Careful cleaning of your decanter not only ensures that you enjoy exquisite flavours, it also prolongs the life of your glassware. Keep reading to find out how to care for your wine decanter.

A Guide to Organic Wine: Everything You Need to Know

How is it different from other wines? Does it keep or taste better? This short guide by L’Atelier du Vin answers the most frequently asked questions about organic wine.

The Role of a Sommelier: How Do they Choose Wines?

What does a sommelier do? How do sommeliers choose wines? L’Atelier du Vin explains everything.

What’s the difference between champagne and prosecco?

Of all the sparkling white wines produced in the world, a French one and an Italian one are particularly popular. However, the two are often confused. So, what’s the difference between champagne and prosecco? Could you tell the two apart in a blind-tasting session? L’Atelier du Vin has all the answers!

How to Produce Wine: The Winemaking Process

In oenology, it is important to know how wine is produced to fully understand and appreciate the subtleties of each wine you taste. This comprehensive winemaking guide explains each step of the production process in detail, from the vineyard to the bottle.

What Is the Meaning Behind Wine Bottle Capsules?

Wine bottle capsules spark wine lovers’ curiosity and contain valuable information for bottlers and customs officers. So what do the tiny markings on the top of the cap mean?

How to Open a Bottle of Champagne in Style

Are you familiar with the art of opening a bottle of champagne with a sabre? Do you know how a cork opener works and how to use it? What are the must-have oenology accessories to enhance your tasting experience? Discover how to open a champagne bottle in style, using the right wine tools, in this short guide for champagne lovers.

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