Wine

From the sunny, seaside port of Cassis: organic, estate-grown Marsanne, Ugni blanc, Clairette, Bourboulenc from avg 40 yr old vines planted on limestone & clay. Nose of Provençal herbs, anise, & acacia; dry, honeyed, with notes of apricot & white peach.

Serious, savory rosé rom the sunny, seaside port of Cassis (vineyard stretches out into the Mediterranean). Organic, Grenache, Cinsault, Mourvedre from 35yr old vines on limestone & clay. Transport yourself via glass; it's cheaper than plane tickets.

Champagne method Macabeo, Xarel·lo and Parellada. Fresh, fruity, balanced, with a creamy texture. Buy one, second is half off.

Organic, dry (sugar less than 2g/L) Prosecco from 100% Glera grown at the foot of the Dolomites. Delicate flowers, pears, crisp green apple. Have as aperitif, with sushi, fresh veggies and mild cheeses. Etc.

Youthful, easy-drinking blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella. Hand-harvested and fermented in stainless steel, this juicy light red has notes of plums and sour cherries.