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Gang of Four

Some easy drinking spring and summer reds from four legendary winemakers in Morgon.

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Champagne Alfred Gratien

Listen to your female sommelier! This recommendation, from the fabulous female somm at Le Dokhan’s in Paris, is now a Francey Not Fancy favorite.

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One Thing About Wine

Here’s one thing about Francey Not Fancy: we have an awesome weekly wine newsletter!

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Well-Priced Piedmonts

Barbera d’Asti is one of the bargains of Piedmont, Italy, and it’s a perfect wine for a barbecue.

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More Montepulciano

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is one of the best bargain red wines you’ll find in Italy. This critics’ darling is just $11.99.

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Chillable Red

Saw this in my local wine shop and had to try it. Turns out, Chillable Red is pretty cool.

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Pouilly-Fumé vs. Pouilly-Fuissé

Pouilly-Fumé and Pouilly-Fuissé sound alike but are so different. Here are the key differences (hint: they’re totally different grapes!) and two delicious examples.

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Jay-Z in Bordeaux

Visit the Francey Not Fancy Instagram, so you too can drink like Jay-Z in Bordeaux.

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Heidsieck Champagne

Heidsieck & C° Monopole is the 4th oldest house in Champagne. Here’s the history of the Heidsieck houses (there are three!) and a review of this gorgeous, reasonably priced brut.

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Say ‘oui’ to Chi(non)

These two Chinons (both under $30) are terrific. So, what is Chinon and when should you drink it?

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