Foire aux vins

Essoyes is a beautiful little village 15 minutes drive from us. Each year on the third weekend of May they hold a wine festival in the square next to the river. It consists of around 40 wine producers from around France, and they try to reflect each of the wine growing regions.

They also include some stalls selling delicious food items, some locally produced. And of couse, there is always somewhere to find something for lunch.

We were keen to taste some red wines, but as usual for us we got sidetracked and started our tastings at a producer from the Alsace. We then spotted Clos Aguilem, whom we had bought from before. We were soon chatting to Sylvie who talked us through their range of wines, and provided us a very nice tasting.

All the producers are extremely helpful, and keen for you to taste their wines. We had a very enjoyable day. And came home with a good selection of wines - red and white.