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"If any Pinot Noir on these pages is built for the Parisian bistro or Lyonnais... "If any Pinot Noir on these pages is built for the Parisian bistro or Lyonnais bouchon, it is this one from the hills of Chignin, in Savoie. The vines’ southeastern exposure gives them plenty of sunlight, resulting in a ripe and succulent rouge... more

"Mostly known and beloved for its white wines, the Savoie is also home to a no... "Mostly known and beloved for its white wines, the Savoie is also home to a noteworthy red grape called Mondeuse. Likely a relative of Syrah, Mondeuse thrives along the impossibly steep and scree-laden slopes of the pre-Alps, just down the road from... more

"This grape variety, typical of Combe de Savoie, is purple-red in color and ha... "This grape variety, typical of Combe de Savoie, is purple-red in color and has aromas of red fruits and spices. Pairs wonderfully with red meats, game and cheeses." more