Top 5 Tips for Planning a Wine Tour in France ~ Wine Wednesday

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Wine Tours in France: Top 5 Tips for Planning a Wine Tour| French Wine Explorers

Find out how far in advance you should plan your tour, when to travel, and tips of how to best ensure proper planning for your trip.

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Question of the week

The question: Can white wines really come from red grapes?

The answer: You can make white wine, including Champagne, from red grapes.

Real-deal French Champagne relies on three varieties, pinot noir, pinot meunier and chardonnay. The first two are red. Often Champagne is blended from all three, though it can be made from just one or two.

Read more at the http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/wine/can-white-wines-really-come-from-red-grapes/article11894167/.

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