Thank you for your piece. I would also add that it is also a question of taste and values: this younger generation was brought to wine thanks to no added sulfite wines (we call natural wine). The taste profile of those wines is super digest, full of energy. It is a new way to taste wine (new flavours, smells, feeling) and also a commitment (supporting winemakers that respects planet with no use of chemicals in the field, in the cave or in the bottle). Natural wine industry is also spreading more inclusive values, less statutory, more open to the world.
Honestly just second Antoine’s statements on natural wines.
I feel naturally wine started/is more popular in Europe (but this could be skewed to what I consume/follow). I’ve known about them for a few years, but feel like they are finally gaining some momentum. Paris Wine Walks recently published a piece on its Substack about natural wines that was interesting (and also offers wine tours in Paris to see some vineyards in Paris).
Lastly, second visiting Bouche. I always stop for one dinner while I’m there !
Just kidding really last thought now ! I wish Josh wasn’t a go-to. It’s like the Barefoot wine of your 20s but for your 30s.
Thanks for the thoughts! That's funny about Josh, that feels very accurate
I'm excited to check out Bouche! Would love any other parisian recs if you have them, I know the city reasonably well as a tourist but have never spent more than 5 days at a time there
What are you most interested in, and I can provide some recs from there? When I’m in Paris, I enjoy just eating and drinking my way through the city. But I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea (or glass of wine).
Side note - I would be curious what the data shows about wine consumers in California/West Coast. And if Napa Valley has made more of a switch to natural wines or if they’ll always stand by their Chardonnays.
I have really enjoyed Carboni’s (and its take on cacio e pepe). Bouillon Pigalle always has a special place in my heart. I love the vibe of this bouillon and the cost point. One place I’ve been trying (and failing due to time) is The Hood.
Not what you asked for, but if you want just an apero, Causeries is nice for un cafe and natural wines.
Thank you for your piece. I would also add that it is also a question of taste and values: this younger generation was brought to wine thanks to no added sulfite wines (we call natural wine). The taste profile of those wines is super digest, full of energy. It is a new way to taste wine (new flavours, smells, feeling) and also a commitment (supporting winemakers that respects planet with no use of chemicals in the field, in the cave or in the bottle). Natural wine industry is also spreading more inclusive values, less statutory, more open to the world.
That makes sense! Thanks for the thoughts. Je passerai trois semaines à Paris en Mai, je visiterai Bouche :)
Great! Let me know when you’re here!
Honestly just second Antoine’s statements on natural wines.
I feel naturally wine started/is more popular in Europe (but this could be skewed to what I consume/follow). I’ve known about them for a few years, but feel like they are finally gaining some momentum. Paris Wine Walks recently published a piece on its Substack about natural wines that was interesting (and also offers wine tours in Paris to see some vineyards in Paris).
Lastly, second visiting Bouche. I always stop for one dinner while I’m there !
Just kidding really last thought now ! I wish Josh wasn’t a go-to. It’s like the Barefoot wine of your 20s but for your 30s.
Thanks for the thoughts! That's funny about Josh, that feels very accurate
I'm excited to check out Bouche! Would love any other parisian recs if you have them, I know the city reasonably well as a tourist but have never spent more than 5 days at a time there
What are you most interested in, and I can provide some recs from there? When I’m in Paris, I enjoy just eating and drinking my way through the city. But I know that’s not everyone’s cup of tea (or glass of wine).
Side note - I would be curious what the data shows about wine consumers in California/West Coast. And if Napa Valley has made more of a switch to natural wines or if they’ll always stand by their Chardonnays.
A favorite place to eat a casual dinner and to drink wine would be wonderful!
And I'll see what I can find about that, I'd be curious too. Definitely natural wines weren't very big when I lived there but it's been 4 years now
I have really enjoyed Carboni’s (and its take on cacio e pepe). Bouillon Pigalle always has a special place in my heart. I love the vibe of this bouillon and the cost point. One place I’ve been trying (and failing due to time) is The Hood.
Not what you asked for, but if you want just an apero, Causeries is nice for un cafe and natural wines.
Thanks so much! I will let you know where i go :)
Keep the Sideways references coming! Outstanding movie. Top 10 for sure. Maybe top 5.
I loved it but it so sad! I’ll have to rewatch it soon
Saint-Émilion is the only wine I drink. It took a while to discover it, but once I did I settled on it. Highly recommended.
I'll let you know what I think! I'd love to go to bordeaux at some point too