Working in wine in Bordeaux isn’t exactly the most stressful job in the world. There are many tougher lines of work out there, and tougher parts of the world in which to do them. One clear occupational hazard for the humble wine industry professional here, however, is the busman’s holiday, where friends or family come to…
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Château Panet: Developing wine tourism in Saint Emilion
Saint Emilion is a significant sub-region on the right bank of Bordeaux. Some of the world’s most famous châteaux are here, producing some of the richest, most luscious red wine in the world. Top-tier properties like Château Cheval Blanc and Château Ausone are nothing short of legendary, and their three- to four-figure price tags put them firmly…