After leaving Riquewihr, the Alsace Wine Route tightens and refines as it moves south—villages draw closer together, the architecture becomes more ornamental, and the balance between daily life and careful preservation becomes more visible. This stretch carries me through Kaysersberg, Turckheim, Eguisheim, and into Colmar—a sequence that feels less rural and more composed, shaped as…
Medieval grandeur, Provençal light, and easy autumn style in one of France’s most storied cities After a gentle route through Aix-les-Bains and Chambéry, I continued south into Provence, arriving in Avignon—a city where medieval history and warm southern light blend in a way that feels instantly cinematic. Avignon has an energy all its own. For…
Alpine light, soft layers, and two cities with quiet elegance After a few days in Beaujolais, I traveled east toward the Alps, beginning a small two-city escape through Aix-les-Bains and Chambéry—two neighboring towns that feel like sisters: one relaxed and lakeside, the other historic and quietly regal. This part of France has a gentler rhythm…
Beaujolais • Vineyard visits, cuvées to try, and hillside charm After completing my time in Villié-Morgon, I continued south through Beaujolais to explore two neighboring crus that feel closely connected but offer distinctly different expressions of Gamay: Fleurie and Brouilly. They’re only a short drive apart, which makes them ideal to visit on the same…
Perched high above the vineyards of Beaujolais, the village of Oingt seems almost suspended in time. Long before it became a quiet stop along the wine route, Oingt was a fortified medieval settlement dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries. Its narrow cobbled lanes, defensive walls, and stone towers were once part of a…
The Beaujolais hills unfold like a watercolor — rows of vines brushing the horizon in soft golds and greens, dotted with stone villages and bell towers that have watched the harvest for centuries. This is the land of Gamay, a grape that thrives on sunlight and generosity. From these slopes come wines that are bright…
Embark on an enchanting escapade through the picturesque streets of Beaune and Dijon, where timeless elegance meets vibrant local culture. This chic journey invites you to marvel at Beaune’s exquisite architecture, gaze upwards at its intricate façades, and lose yourself in its enchanting charm. In Dijon, the romance of a leisurely stroll is elevated by…
