What a concept and it is one of the most popular places in this little seaside town. It is only…read moreopen for about 3 or 4 hours and when it opens the masses descend on this spot that looks like a cave. We got there right when they opened and stood at the side of the bar and ordered 2 different bottles of spirits. One was green apple and the other was lemon. After we drank the two bottles of alcohol that kind of taste like a sparkling limoncello that is made on site, poured out of tapped wine barrels we were happily woozy and that is when we ventured out for further exploration of this wonderful town.

Such a wonderful place in La Rochelle! The staff is very friendly, the wines are unique and the…read morepeanuts are a great snack addition. I spent so much time here when I studied in LR, and I met a lot of wonderful people here as well. Such a unique and genuine place! I just wish the French used toilet seats!!!!!!!

When you're not used to the French times for lunch, walking around Chinon after French lunchtime…read morecan be frustrating as it's hard to find anything to eat. However, this little gem on a corner in the center of the old town didn't disappoint us. They serve beautiful wines and beers from the region, mostly organic. If desired accompanied by what I would almost call tapas. A nice cheese plate or a vegan chickpea veggie dish in a jar among a few other choices. A generous serving of delicious dark bread was served with those. 5 stars for the wine and beer selection, for the food I would give 4 stars but all in all it adds up to 5. We will be back here.

Wine + charcuterie + cheese + fresh bread = what else to ask for?…read more The shop is in the middle of Chinon old town and you can't miss it if you are wandering around. Pick a place to sit outside and enjoy the peaceful street and view of the fort. You may also run into a black and white cat sleeping on either one of the chairs or on the speaker - wherever the cushion is! Everything is so fresh here and the owner explains everything. He is also knowledgeable about wines and gave us great recommendations. The owner was also super friendly which I appreciated a lot. Btw this place was recommended by a worker at a wine shop in Paris saying his best friend who lives here loves this shop. Never go wrong with getting tips from the locals!

From the owner: Le vin est un accessoire de la nourriture Cavavin prodigue de bons conseils puisque son objectif…read moreest de faire découvrir des vins particuliers tels que le "Château Simone" ou des vins rouges de Provence, qui se marient aux mets que l'on souhaite préparer. On trouvera ici des produits contingentés très peu distribués. Grand choix de whiskies (entre 100 et 150 références, la cave étant dépositaire de la Maison du Whisky), de champagnes (35), ou encore de cognac, pineau...