Southwest France

By far Fabien Jouves most serious looking label, but drinks just as joyfully as the rest of his wines. No additions, no corrections, just 100% Malbec from a hill top in Cahors.

This light, but complex red wine from Aveyron is lively, exciting, delicious and leaves you wanting more! The wine comprises 3 grape varieties, namely 40% Negret de Banhars, 50% Fer Servadou (known locally as Mansois) and 10% Cabernet Franc.

This blend of Basque local varietals combines an intense minerality with a sumptuous richness on the palate. These traits create a complexity that's easy to enjoy!

For many years Nicolas Carmarans ran the delightful wine bar in Paris called Café de la Nouvelle Mairie. It, as its name suggests, is a meeting place where people go to sip on good wines, eat interesting food and solve the problems of the world. >>>

The place is Côtes de Gascogne and the grape is Gros Manseng. Neither may be particularly well known, but don't let the unfamiliar names scare you off. >>>

If you were, say, driving through the French countryside and stopped for lunch, it’s likely that the charming table wine you consumed would drink much like this one. A blend of Syrah, Gamay, Cabernet Sauvignon and a touch of Fer Servadou.

Madiran is a classic region of France that has been too over-looked recently. Kind of an alt-Bordeaux, the wines have power, energy and really deliver a lot of value. A little Cab Franc and Cab Sauv is blended here with the native Tannat.

Malbec that may surprise you, as it is light, juicy and easy-drinking. It's made for whenever, wherever, and with whomever you please.

One of the best, small production and natural producers in Cahors, which may be Malbec's birthplace. Dark, brooding fruit balanced by spice & structure.