Flambeaux Wine Blog

The Spirit of Celebration Endures

The 2021 Mardi Gras season ushers in new wines…and new hope! With the promise of an end to the pandemic, we so look forward to dining out, going to concerts, seeing a movie, and hosting tastings here in California and at events elsewhere.  Continue »

International Star Horacio Pancheri to taste wine virtually via free Instagram Live with Flambeaux Wine – Thursday, June 11

Flambeaux Wine, Virtual Wine Tasting Series continues with special guest Argentinean model and actor Horacio Pancheri @HoracioPancheri, a Los Angeles-based performing artist and wine lover best known for his roles in several Mexican television series.  Continue »

🎧 Podcast: "Vintner's Vibe" KSRO Radio's The Drive with Steve Jaxon

Like all things Mardi Gras, this radio show quickly turned into a party. Flambeaux Chardonnay pairs with Randazzo Bakery's famed King Cake.  Continue »

Tribute to Matthew Ousset - a Great Restauranteur, a Great Oenophile, and a Great Friend

"The world of food and wine recently lost one of its stalwarts. Last month, Matthew Ousset, general manager of the legendary Antoine's Restaurant in New Orleans, passed away far too young, at age 54. Matthew stood out as one of the best waiters at Antoine's, no small feat in a restaurant where waiters have the status of trusted family advisors.  Continue »