Wines Paris

What is it about France that makes me experience like it’s Acceptable to drink an total bottle of wine at lunchtime in your hotel in Paris? I suppose it’s the fact that there are so various places that make it unproblematic-almost not possible not-to do just that.
My hands-down desired location in Paris for a boozy Sunday lunch is Le Verre Vol?, the classic Parisian wine bar and living proof that simplicity is the surprise to pleasure-and delightfulness. There’s nothing better than a leisurely lunch of shared little dishes and an interesting bottle of wine, followed by a drunken amble the length of the Canal St. Martin (I have yet to fall in!), mainly expected followed by a nap. Afternoons like this make me wonder, “Does life get any better than this?” and I every time come to the same conclusion: nope.
Therefore reserve your appartment in Paris now!
Le Verre Vol? is no underground, but its sheltered spot (only off the canal in the 10th) ensures that it’s distant enough from the vacationer trail to avoid being overrun. In addition, the chalkboard menu is in French-however the servers are easygoing and pleased to explain for English-language clients. The Verre Vol? is part of a modern culinary trend in Paris: the wine shop - restaurant hybrid. The walls of the small area (it seats only around 18 people at a time) are adorned with varied bottles from the far-flung corners of France. You be able to buy one to take at home, or you can buy one to go with lunch or dinner (in which case, you pay a 7€ corkage fee). You can also get wines by the glass.
The wines are gently selected from France’s main regions and from petite producers in villages you’ve possibly never heard of. The variety and creativity that has gone into the selection is refreshing, but even more refreshing are the prices. Bottles begin at around 6€ and grow from there. Servers are happy to guide you towards great value. A friend and I once splurged on a 25€ bottle of St. Joseph and spent the rest of the time in a state of syrah-induced rapture.
And in the end, Le Verre Vol? is terminally stylish with no being over-hip. It’s informal and pleasant, but when you’re here, you understand you’re in the right place at the correct moment. This is one place that manages to strike a perfect balance between creative cooking, excellent wines, hip but pleasant ambiance, and more-than-reasonable prices. I can’t wait to go back… is it noon yet?

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