Would you like to step behind the scenes of a luxury brand and learn more about French gastronomy ? L.O Wine shares its favorite discoveries with you, and today we invite you to discover Staria. Sturia, France’s leading producer of French caviar Sturia embodies French luxury gastronomy. The flagship brand of France’s leading caviar producer, Sturgeon,…
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Wine and chocolate : a story of taste
In the mood for a gourmet, chocolate-filled escape? L.O Wine shares its favorite discoveries with you, and today we invite you to 19 rue Bouffard in Bordeaux, to Lalère Chocolaterie, where you’ll meet Xavier, a professional chocolatier. The story behind Lalère Chocolaterie. Passionate about chocolate and food in general, this native of Béarn naturally…
What is an urban winery ?
Looking to unwind over a good glass of wine in a unique setting ? The “Micro Winerie” offers a true wine and wine-tourism experience ! This friendly, wine-dedicated space is now considered a cornerstone of the Darwin ecosystem in Bordeaux, presenting a genuinely original concept. So, here’s a call to all bon vivants eager to…
CréaWine® at the Made In France exhibition
The Made In France trade fair is back from 10 to 13 November for its tenth edition! It will be held from Thursday 10 to Sunday 13 November at Porte de Versailles in Paris. LO Wine will of course be there to present its CréaWine® innovation to the private individuals and professionals present. It will…
Silver Medal for CréaWine®
What is CréaWine® ? Taking advantage of the unique context of lockdown, Laetitia Ouspointour decided to “bottle” her expertise, offering a way to experience the art of wine tasting and blending to create your own wine at home. The kit provides a one-hour journey through Bordeaux vineyards and their producers. CréaWine® is designed for both individuals…
Bordeaux Wine Brotherhoods : The Order of Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur Winemakers
Wine Brotherhoods : What Are They ? Wine brotherhoods are associations of professionals, producers, merchants, brokers, oenologists, and others, in the wine industry who work to promote their terroir, wines, and AOC traditions. They organize events to showcase wines, encourage tasting, and cultivate appreciation for their craft. They are easily recognized by their medieval-inspired…
French Vineyards: How Are They Affected by Climate Change ?
For several years, scientists have been issuing repeated warnings about global warming, and numerous movements have been launched by a youth increasingly alarmed by the situation. The projected 2°C rise in temperature by 2050 is already having a noticeable impact on biodiversity and the climate. Naturally, French vineyards are also being affected. In this article,…
How to Properly Maintain Your Wine Cellar ?
A romantic, charming old cellar is not necessarily the best place to store precious bottles of aging wine. Maintaining your wine cellar is essential for ensuring the optimal maturation of your wines. A good cellar should be a closed, dark, but not gloomy, space, protected from vibrations and noise, free from strong odors, properly ventilated,…
Wine Tasting : The Three Steps to a Successful Tasting
Wine Tasting : How to Do It Right ? Wine tasting is done in three steps: a visual step, an olfactory step, and a taste step. Each step provides important information about the wine : The visual analysis reveals the wine’s age and its alcohol richness The nose detects possible faults and hints at the wine’s potential evolution The palate gives insight into its quality…
Biodynamic Wine, We Explain Everything
When it comes to the world of wine, it can often be difficult to navigate. Many production methods exist to classify a wine based on how it is made and the products used. Labels are used to inform the public through distinctive pictograms. Each label helps identify and guarantee the production standards of each wine.…
