This article came about by trial and error, and through the experiences of local and international sailors who enjoy the occasional glass of wine or two at the end of the day. First, it is important to note that wine is very much an organic product, which can change with time, temperature, light and movement. […]
As a practising (and practical) Sommelier, it has long been a rule of mine to confine my examination of fine wines to dry land only, citing the importance of dexterity and balance; in other words avoiding, for instance, tasting delicate, delicious Champagnes on a 38-foot sailboat stationed several hundred metres off the coast of Lake
~ Champagne Outing In Style ~ With Five Sommeliers and One Apprentissage Sommelier Read More »
Philippe COURT, Président, Yacht Club de France The Grande foyer of this highly prestigious club is adorned with trophies, cups, sculptures, paintings and half-hull models (of its members). HISTORY Yacht Club De France (YCF) was founded in 1867 during the Second French Empire, and according to Maritime Literature is one of the oldest yacht clubs
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This article came about by trial and error, research, and the experiences of local and international sailors who enjoy a glass or two of wine after a day at sea. . Firstly, it is important to note that wine is very much an organic product which may change with time, temperature, light and movement. Finding
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