The French Pavilion will return to Vinexpo America June 24-25th as the largest Pavilion, with 65 exhibitors from all over France. Under the Taste France brand, the Pavilion will also highlight the exceptional quality of French gastronomy via a renewed partnership with Christy Canterbury, MW, in collaboration with Chef Rougui Dia as part of a global Taste France initiative. The French Pavilion will represent 26% of the show floor. France in Force: Representing 26% of Vinexpo 2024.
New York, June 7th, 2024 –Following a sizeable presence at the 2023 show, the French Pavilion returns to Vinexpo America for its third edition, with 65 exhibitors hailing from all over France. The Pavilion will include 10 major French wine regions, along with several spirits brands; a varied portfolio for discerning US buyers. Once again, the French Pavilion will be the largest at Vinexpo America 2024 representing over one quarter of the show – a testament to American consumers’ continued appreciation for French quality and savoir-faire.
Find the French Pavilion at Vinexpo
Taste France: Diverse Terroirs
The 2024 Taste France Pavilion features over 50 appellations from all over France, including overseas territories. In addition to individual vineyards, several collectives and wine merchants will display their products – making the Pavilion a must-attend event for buyers and importers looking for new and exciting French references.
The regions include;
- Alsace – 1 producer
- Beaujolais – 1 producer
- Bordeaux – 10 producers
- Champagne – 1 producer
- Corsica – 1 producer
- Languedoc & Roussillon – 11 producers
- Loire Valley – 4 producers
- Rhône Valley– 21 producers
- Southwest – 2 producers
- Overseas Regions – 3 producers
More information about the delegation can be found on our website or on the dedicated page on the Business France Marketplace.
The Taste France Selection: A Curated collection by Christy Canterbury, MW & Chef Rougui Dia
For the third consecutive year, Business France is partnering with renowned sommelier and wine expert Christy Canterbury, Master of Wine, to highlight the remarkable range of French wines and spirits exemplified by the Taste France label.Canterbury, MW blind tasted 80+ references to arrive at her final selection of 33 wines and spirits which will be available for an open tasting session during the show.
Starting Monday June 24th, from 11am through 3pm, visitors can sample Chef Dia’s menu in conversation with Christy’s pairings.
Discover the full menu below:
Chaource Cheese Bites featuring products from Fromagerie Lincet and Panacéa
Paired with:
- Champagne Pierre Mignon NV Champagne Brut Prestige
- Loire Propriétés Dumnacus 2023 Touraine Sauvignon
Crunchy Turnips with a Granny Smith apple core featuring products from Fromagerie Delin
Paired with:
- Château de Lastours 2023 Corbières Blanc
- Château Barthès 2023 Bandol Rosé
Ceviche de Dorade featuring products from Maison Martegale and Vinaigrerie Artisanale de Baune
Paired with:
- Vignobles Foncalieu 2023 Sillages d’Albarino Pays d’oc IGP
- Famille G Vigouroux Château Pech de Jammes 2023 Chardonnay Petit Jammes Côtes du Lot IGP
Mini Veal Confit and Foie Gras Burger featuring products from Rougié
Paired with:
- LGI Wines – Château Treviac 2022 Corbières Légende
- Domaine Ray-Jane 2020 Bandol Le Falun Veille Vigne
Agou and Eggplant Delight featuring products from Interval
Paired with:
- Famille G. Vigouroux Domaine de Tournelles 2020 Malbec Cabernet Cuvée de la Reine Franc Buzet
- Domaine Serre Besson 2023 Rosé de Macération Vin de France
Lamb Shoulder with Dijon Mustard Cream featuring products from Fallot
Paired with:
- Calmel & Joseph 2022 Vieux Carignan La Fabrique &
- Chateau de Rouanne 2021 Vinsobres les Côtes
Truffle Cream Shortbread with Fresh Fruits featuring products from Chocolat Mathez
Paired with:
- Marrenon 2023 Côte de Provence Sainte-Victoire Rosé Triniti
- LGI Wines – Pure Altitude 2023 Pinot Noir Haute Vallée de l’Aude IGP
Nougat Millefeuille featuring products from Chabert & Guillot
Paired with:
- Champagne Pierre Mignon 2013 Champagne Grand Vintage Année de Madame
Visitors can taste all 33 selected wines, meet with Christy Canterbury, MW and consult her detailed tasting notes at Booth #217-1 of the Pavilion, alongside the tasting menu of bouchées prepared fresh and served throughout the day at the show.
For more information on the French Pavilion at the Summer Fancy Food Show, consult the full press release here.
