If you're a fan of France, there's a good chance you also like French wine. From Bordeaux and Burgundy to Alsace and the Loire Valley, the list goes on – and quite frankly, it can quickly become overwhelming. So, for this Entre Nous, we are offering you a short wine lesson. To guide us, we are joined by Maxime Caderon, head sommelier and in charge of all wine programmes at the prestigious Cordon Bleu school here in Paris.

Mastering French wine: A sommelier's guide to the art of choosing and tasting
If you're a fan of France, there's a good chance you also like French wine. From Bordeaux and Burgundy to Alsace and the Loire Valley, the list goes on – and quite frankly, it can quickly become overwhelming. So, for this Entre Nous, we are offering you a short wine lesson. To guide us, we are joined by Maxime Caderon, head sommelier and in charge of all wine programmes at the prestigious Cordon Bleu school here in Paris.
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