Comments on: Domaine de Fontsainte: why all roads lead to Boutenac

By: Tom Fiorina

Tom Fiorina — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 21:16:45 +0000

Thanks, Nadine. One can always learn something new, and I will try to write more about the “Corbières-Boutenac” appellation you mentioned in your comment. Perhaps your domaine would be a good place to start my research… It’s also interesting to learn that journalists can become winemakers .

By: Nadine Franjus-Adenis

Nadine Franjus-Adenis — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:58:53 +0000

Hi Tom,
Well, it is a very good article about the Domaine Laboucarié, I hope they have enjoy it. I didn’t find something about the new appellation “Corbières-Boutenac”… I am sure that you can learn about it during your DNO
Best regards, Nadine Franjus-Adenis

By: Tom Fiorina

Tom Fiorina — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:03:28 +0000

Jackie,
Quelle coincidence, as the French might say. I’d suggest getting a copy of Kermit Lynch’s book, “Adventures on the Wine Route,” and talking to your neighbors (certainly the French ones, but maybe those Bostonians have some suggestions, as well). The father-son Laboucarié at Domaine de Fontsainte would be a good place to start your wine tour of the Corbières, and you might head over to nearby Fontcouverte to visit the Château la Baronne. They make excellent wine, including a pure Carignan. I’ll be writing about them in the near future. There are many good wine producers in the region, so you’ll be busy for years to come.

By: Jackie O'Neill

Jackie O'Neill — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 12:02:02 +0000

Hi Tom
Just read your article and it took me back to Boutenac. We bought a house there two years ago but to date have not had time to explore the vineyards or the area. The house was in much need of repair. I am a complete novice when it comes to wine but I really enjoy a good red wine. Any tips or links on how I can learn more about the wines in our area? (our next door neighbours are from Boston, Janis and Tom, really great neighbours)

Regards Jackie

By: Tom Fiorina

Tom Fiorina — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:50:54 +0000

Thanks, Dad, knowing your aversion to typing, I really appreciate your comment. And capital letters are much overrated.

By: ernest Fiorina

ernest Fiorina — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 15:01:56 +0000

tom excellent article, your description was interesting and very vivid and i felt that i partook in the meal with you and bernadette and your guests . keep up the good work, and i still think you should write a book about your experiences in france. excuse no capitals, i just keep typing. love dad

By: Tom Fiorina

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