Conseils & Astuces

what is a friend's wine?

The friend's wine is never drunk alone and it can be shared lightly. There is no particular occasion to drink it, as it is mainly opened unexpectedly, when wine is not the main topic. The friend's ...

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What is the ideal wine for a cheese fondue according to our wine merchants?

Discover the tips of your wine merchants to perfectly accompany a Savoyard fondue! Autumn is well established, the rain, the fireplace, and... its Savoyard fondue of course! Today, our wine merc...

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Our tips for recycling your wine bottles

You are a wine consumer, but do you recycle your wine bottles once they are empty? Do you know the tricks to avoid losing your wine that has already been opened for a while?   Decorat...

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Which wine to choose with poultry?

Poultry makes you lose your mind... You never know which wine to pair with your meat? Do you want to know everything about this everyday pairing? CAVAVIN reveals its tips!   Chicken, cap...

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WHITE WINE PANCAKES

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The variation of the bottles

Today CAVAVIN shows you the different types of bottles and their capacity. From the simple 75 cl, through the magnum and ending with the Melchisedek, you may be surprised by some of the capacities....

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Red or white wine with cheese?

Cheese and red wine pairing This is one of the most common pairings. Whether you serve a Brie with pistachios or a Camembert terrine with dried fruit, don't hesitate to bring out a fine bottle o...

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What wine to serve with your oysters?

Oysters and dry white wine: the tradition   It's a tradition! Oysters have long been accompanied by dry, fruity white wines. Indeed, these wines with their acidic persistence will accomp...

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CAVAVIN's responsible approach

As time goes by, more and more winegrowers are producing biodynamic and organic wines which benefit from very precise labels and regulations.   Organic wine : The first organic wines ...

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All about Burgundy wines

Burgundy is one of the most famous regions in the world, located in the centre east of France between Auxerre and Mâcon.   It has more than 27,000 hectares of vineyards.   The...

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All about rums

The origin of Rum   Rum is a sugar cane brandy and remains the common denominator of the Caribbean islands and South American countries, each with its own distinct culture and traditions...

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All about Bordeaux wines

Did you know that? The Bordeaux wine region is one of the most famous in the world.   Often a symbol of quality, the Bordeaux region is recognised throughout the world.   The ...

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All about the wines of the Loire Valley

Did you know that? The Loire Valley is the longest vineyard in France!   With its 50,000 hectares of vineyards stretching over 800 kilometres, the Loire Valley vineyard is the third larg...

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How to recognize a good wine?

Did you know that? The tasting of a wine takes place in 3 stages: observe it, smell it, taste it.     THE NOSE   Pour a little wine into a glass and inhale. This is...

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How to store your wine?

You have opened a bottle of wine during a meal but it isn't finished? Would you like to know how to store this opened bottle properly so that you don't throw it away? CAVAVIN shares with you some ...

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ALL ABOUT TANNINS

Tannins, the same ones that stain your teeth and leave you with a dry feeling in your mouth when you taste red wine.   The word tannin or tannin (both spellings are valid) probably comes...

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The history of the wine dress

The "Robe" of the wine is in fact the visual aspect: during a tasting, it is the first thing to look at! It gives us many indicators about the wine:   🔴 Colour: a dark wine will generall...

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All about organic, biodynamic and natural wines

Did you know? In 2019, the organic vineyard represents 14% of the national vineyard, 112 507 hectares and 8039 farms.     Organic wine   The first org...

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Cocktail Recipe: Beluga Collins

Taste the Beluga Collins during your festive season. Produced in the heart of Siberia, Beluga Noble vodka benefits from exceptional natural ingredients that give it a sweet and inimitable flavou...

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What are fruit wines and how are they made?

With the arrival of seasonal fruits and edible flowers, it's the perfect time to create your fruit wine! Fruit wines are made from pressed fruit juice that is matured like grape wine. First y...

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The steps of wine tasting

  The tasting of a wine is carried out in three steps. First of all, it must be analyzed by the eye, then by the nose and the puck.   First step: visual analysis A ...

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At what temperature keep the wine?

The storage temperature varies according to the wines. Each wine has its own storage and tasting temperature.   At what temperature should your wine be stored? If you wish to age your...

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