French Wine

 Wine is considered an essential part of French culture. Families have it with meals and teach their children the art of wine from an early age. Wine is often paired with the huge variety of cheeses produced in France (another famous French product).  Beer is not the popular drink of choice like here in the United States. Wine is even served in McDonalds!

 France began producing wine in the 6th century BC and many of France's regions have a wine- making history dating back as far as Roman times.  This audio slideshow talks to various wine experts in the South of France about what makes the wine of Provence so special.  French Wine: The French Way French Wine: The French Way

 Let’s take a crash course on French wines!!  French Wines 101 French Wines 101

 Like beer, wine is a very diverse business. There are major vineyards that produce thousands of bottles and hundreds of varieties. There are also very local, family-owned vineyards that specialize. Let’s look at a French, family-owned vineyard specializing in wine the old-fashioned way!  WINE MAKING BY A FRENCH FAMILY IN THE TRADITIONAL OLD FASHION WAY WINE MAKING BY A FRENCH FAMILY IN THE TRADITIONAL OLD FASHION WAY