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    French wine

    France appears in 42 articles of hers, from 2020 to 2026.

    In her words

    Chablis remains one of France's most popular white wines, loved for its crisp acidity, mineral character and refreshing citrus flavours.
    From The Best French Wine Swaps for Better Quality and Value, 1 July 2026
    Beaujolais has quietly become one of France's best-value wine regions.
    From The Best French Wine Swaps for Better Quality and Value, 1 July 2026
    It can only be called Champagne if it comes from that region in northern France.
    From The Great British Fizz | Why English Sparkling is No Longer the Underdog | Platinum Magazine, 6 May 2026
    Produced in France using the traditional method, just like Champagne, but outside the Champagne region, Crémant delivers quality without the hefty price tag.
    From Could Drinking Champagne Help Prevent Cardiac Arrest? New Study Suggests So..., 30 April 2025
    Chenin Blanc is a white wine grape variety that originates from the Loire Valley region of France, but it is now grown in many wine regions around the world including South Africa, where it has become the most planted white grape variety.
    From What Other Wines Should You Try If You Normally Drink Sauvignon Blanc?, 24 June 2023
    While Malbec is most commonly associated with Argentina, it is actually a grape variety that originated in France, specifically in the Cahors region.
    From World Malbec Day: 9 Interesting Facts & My Top Tips, 16 April 2023

    From her archive

    Stone-fronted M. Chapoutier wine shop with a wooden entrance and potted shrubs
    Person with arms outstretched beneath the Champagne Bollinger entrance
    Person standing beneath the Champagne Bollinger entrance in a striped top and white shorts
    Person standing outside the Champagne Bollinger entrance in Épernay
    Bollinger Champagne house with stone entrance, formal steps and the name Bollinger above the doorway
    Woman holding a Vidal-Fleury Côtes du Rhône bottle in front of a wine display
    A bottle of Bourgogne Chardonnay held in front of shelves of French wine
    Elizabeth holding a bottle of Bourgogne Gamay in front of a brightly lit wine rack

    Articles

    Is This the Best Place to Drink Turkish Wine in London? | Kismet London Review
    Wine & Travel

    Is This the Best Place to Drink Turkish Wine in London? | Kismet London Review

    Some restaurants stay with you because of a single dish. Others because of a memorable bottle of wine. Kismet manages to do both. Hidden upstairs at The Globe Tavern,…

    6 September 2026 · 3 min read

    The Ultimate Guide to Prosecco: Everything You Need to Know About Italy’s Favourite Sparkling Wine
    Tips & Guides

    The Ultimate Guide to Prosecco: Everything You Need to Know About Italy’s Favourite Sparkling Wine

    Whether you’re choosing a bottle for a celebration, searching for the perfect gift, planning a wedding toast or simply trying to understand what’s actually inside your…

    13 August 2026 · 6 min read

    What Does Minerality Mean in Wine? Why I Prefer to Call It 'Salty'...
    Tips & Guides

    What Does Minerality Mean in Wine? Why I Prefer to Call It 'Salty'...

    If you've ever heard someone describe a wine as mineral and wondered what they actually meant, you're not alone. Minerality is one of the most common, and most…

    11 July 2026 · 3 min read

    The Exmouth Market Restaurant Serving London's Most Talked-About Burger | Vesper by Jackson Boxer Review
    Restaurant Reviews

    The Exmouth Market Restaurant Serving London's Most Talked-About Burger | Vesper by Jackson Boxer Review

    If you're searching for the best new restaurants in London, the best restaurants in Exmouth Market, or whether Vesper by Jackson Boxer is worth visiting, the short…

    9 July 2026 · 4 min read

    The Best French Wine Swaps for Better Quality and Value
    Tips & Guides

    The Best French Wine Swaps for Better Quality and Value

    If you're looking for the best French wines for value, here's a tip that could transform the way you shop. Stop buying the most famous bottle. One of the biggest…

    1 July 2026 · 4 min read

    Taste of London 2026: Pouring Chablis with Wines of Bourgogne
    Wine & Travel

    Discovering the Magic of Chablis at Taste of London

    I recently spent a fantastic few days at Taste of London, working on the Wines of Bourgogne stand alongside Harry Crowther, introducing visitors to one of France's…

    26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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