Bonjour Never Land

HEAVENLY LANDSCAPES, HOME TO FRAGRANT WINES

150 winegrowers gravitate around the Fleurie appellation, which gets its lightness from the Avenas, Durbize, and Labourons range.  The Fleurie vineyards grow in sandy soil with the weathering of pink granite.  This specific terroir gives the wine its delicate, elegant robe and its floral notes, which is why it is called a “feminine wine.”

Fleurie wines have very distinctive flavors, depending on where the vines are grown; some crus are much more full-bodied than others. The iris, violet with peach notes, guarantees a fleshy structure.

The name Fleury comes from a Roman legionary called Florus, who was said to have settled down in one of the hills overlooking the vines.

A UNIQUE LANDSCAPE

At the end of the Tertiary Era, exceptional tectonic and magmatic processes changed the landscape forever. The land was thrust upwards hills formed across the Beaujolais region, which were shaped by erosion over the years. The 50% slopes give outstanding views over the area.

ELEGANT FLAVORS

Fleurie wines have a certain unique softness in comparison to other Beaujolais appellations. Ninety percent of the terroir is made up of pink granite that is undergoing slow erosion. The uneven weathering produces wines that are unique and different from one year to the next.

The Fleurie on the palate is frank, the acidity is low with gentle tannins.  These Beaujolais wines are as good as aperitifs or with red or white meat.

The terroir plays a role in the fruity, floral flavors… Fleurie has a range of nuances that can give it a delicate bouquet or a full-bodied structure. The best idea is to come and taste it right on-site.

In 1962 a 10 years old boy playing in the wild part of a property just bought by his father makes a stunning discovery. A troglodyte city build in the middle age by local farmers who helped extract those beautiful white stones used to build those castles along the Loire River.

In 182 Louis-Marie, the then 10 years old, now a grown-up man, decides to share the more than 52 discovered troglodyte habitations. The site has been open to the public since 2000.

Julius Caesar’s Day

July is named after Roman dictator Julius Caesar (100 B.C.–44 B.C.). Caesar developed the precursor to the Gregorian calendar we use today. 

July Special Days

• July 1 is Canada Day, a Canadian federal holiday that celebrates the creation of the Dominion of Canada in 1867. 
• July 3 brings the start of the hot and sultry Dog Days of Summer!
• July 4 is Independence Day (U.S.). On the fourth of July, we celebrate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
• July 14 is Bastille Day, which commemorates the storming of the Bastille and the start of the French Revolution.

“Just for Fun” Days

• July 11: International Town Criers Day
• July 17: World Emoji Day
• July 22: Spooner’s Day
• July 23: National Day of the Cowboy
• July 27: Take Your Houseplants for a Walk Day

July Weather

July 2023 temperatures, on average, will be near to above normal through most of North America but expect cooler temperatures out West across the Rockies and Great Basin and along the central and southern California coast. In terms of rainfall, much of the country has average to above-normal rainfall, especially in the eastern half of the U.S., and normal to below-normal rainfall in many of the western states.

1 The Eiffel Tower expands 6 inches every summer.

2 National ice cream month JULY

3 The first bathing suit for women was made in the 1800s

4 July was named after Julius Caesar

5 Watch out for mosquitoes; they are prevalent during the summer months, so are Thunderstorms and picnics. For many, it mightn’t appear so, but Brain functions improve during the summer months.

6 Between the 4th of July and Labor Day, Americans will eat 150 million hot dogs.

7 Humans are happier during the summer month. If you ain’t move south for more exposure to the sun.

8 It’s time to get your tickets for the annual Underwater Music Festival in the Florida Keys

9 Get thrilled; most eye-catching meteor showers occur in the summer.

10 Birthday season, since more babies are born during the summer.

11 Watch the midnight baseball game, the 100 years old Alaskan tradition.

 12 I am going to the World Margarita Championship. If interested, send an email. I am planning a Margarita Video Encounter. partoutati@gmail.com, enter Margarita in the subject line.

13 Fireflies will be at the rendez-vous-like eatery summer

14 Eat fruit prices are lowest in summer.

15 Chinese food is great during the summer months. Eat lots of pork dishes; more than half the world’s pig population lives in China.

16 Watch out for people you know who tend to go depressed. Suicides increase during the summer months

17 Are white pants only wearable during summer until labor day? Is it only  U.S. tradition?

18 Cheating is a more predisposed occupation by men during the summer months.

19 Watch out for summer predisposition to Lyme disease.

20 The largest bikini parade of summer happened on the 19th of August 2012 in China

21 Previous to the civil war, there was no vacation summer in schools.

 The Month of June

Juno is the ancient Roman goddess of marriage and childbirth. June is a popular month for weddings today! As a natural extension of marriage, Juno was also the goddess of childbirth.

For the Romans, Juno was the female counterpart of Jupiter. This powerful queen of the gods was also considered the fierce protector and special counselor of the state and a guardian angel warning those in times of danger.

How to make it

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar, to taste variation: 1 1/2 tsp of Honey
• 4 ounces strong, hot French Roast Coffee 
• 1 1/2 ounces Irish whiskey
• 1-ounce heavy cream, lightly whipped

Steps to Make It

• Place the brown sugar into a warm Irish coffee glass mug or other heatproof glass.
  
  Add the coffee and Irish whiskey, stir then float the lightly whipped heavy cream on top by slowly pouring it over the back of a spoon.
  
  Tip Do not stir. Instead, drink the Irish coffee through the cream. Enjoy. 

• Start with a great cup of coffee. To really experience authentic Irish coffee, you want rich, strong coffee. Try using a French press or pour-over brewer and high-end, freshly ground beans. Medium- to dark-roasted coffee works best.
• Don’t forget to preheat your glass. It keeps the drink warm and helps marry the ingredients. While the coffee is brewing, pour hot water into the glass, then discard it before building the drink.
• Use freshly whipped cream. Avoid the whipped cream in a can; it will ruin your Irish coffee. Instead, do your own whipping cream by hand is best. Take the time to do it; the reward is great.