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Portrait of Desiderius Erasmus (1523) by Hans Holbein the Younger (1497–1543) © Rights reserved
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Books and Portraits: Stefan Zweig's Perspective on Hans Holbein's Erasmus

Here is one of the paintings by the German master Hans Holbein, portraying Erasmus (Rotterdam 1467 – Basel 1536), "praeceptor mundi," a seminal figure of humanism, an apostle of compromise, and the originator of Continue Reading

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Posted On: 30/09/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
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Crémants: Sparkling Wines Awakening Coveted Desires

Within the sparkling wine family, alongside Champagne, France boasts its Crémants. While the still wine sector endures declining sales, Crémants are seeing Continue Reading

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Posted On: 25/09/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Hallstätter See, Austria © Paul Nouallet
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Paul Nouallet, Explorer of Photographic Matter

Exhibited for the first time this summer at Galerie VU’ on the occasion of the exhibition "L’épreuve du réel – Chapitre 3", Paul Nouallet shifts our perspective and our Continue Reading

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Posted On: 15/09/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Hubert Piel, winegrower in the Orléans region. Photo © Pierre d'Ornano | Aeternus.fr
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Clos Saint-Fiacre: A Viticultural Discovery in the Orléanais

Located at the crossroads of Orléans and the Sologne, Clos Saint-Fiacre produces wines under the AOC Orléans and AOC Orléans-Cléry designations—two niche, little-known appellations offering delightful discoveries of genuine quality at very reasonable prices.

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Posted On: 18/07/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
The terrestrial globe of Élisée Reclus by architect Louis Bonnier – 35 IFA/SIAF/Cité de l'architecture et du patrimoine/Contemporary Architecture Archives.
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Photography or Photorealism? An Encounter at Galerie VU’…

Juxtaposing photographs with images, drawings, and works by celebrated designers and architects is the premise of the exhibition "L’épreuve du réel – Chapitre 3," on view at Galerie VU’ through Continue Reading

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Posted On: 23/06/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
24 Hours of Le Mans 2026, preparations, official 2026 photograph © JORDAN BONNIN (ACO)
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24 Hours of Le Mans: The Story of a Legendary Race

On Saturday, June 13, at 4:00 PM, 62 teams set off for the 94th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The world's most prestigious endurance motor race will see drivers compete over 24 Continue Reading

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Posted On: 13/06/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Harvesting the Tannat grape variety, AOP Madiran. Photo © Rights reserved Madiran & Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh
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“Bleu Tannat”: A Rejuvenation in Madiran

It is rare for a vineyard to reinvent itself through collective momentum and, even more remarkably, for such an initiative to lead to amendments in the appellation's specifications Continue Reading

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Posted On: 01/06/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Sancerre Rosé "Les Belles Vignes" 2025, Domaine Fournier Père & Fils. Photo © Pierre d'Ornano Aeternus.fr
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“Les Belles Vignes” 2025 by Fournier Père & Fils: A Gastronomic Rosé of Pure Pinot Noir

After exploring how the oenologists and winegrowers of Domaine Fournier Père & Fils bring out the finest expression of Sauvignon Blanc (read our article by clicking HERE), we turn our focus to Continue Reading

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Posted On: 05/05/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
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“Le Temps des Hélices”: An Air Show of Heritage Caliber

The 53rd edition of "Le Temps des Hélices" will be held on May 23 and 24, 2026, at the Cerny – La Ferté-Alais aerodrome, where its storied tradition first began.

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Posted On: 28/04/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Cover photo: Foyer de la Madeleine. © Pierre d'Ornano | Aeternus.fr
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Le Foyer de la Madeleine: A Charitable Restaurant Dedicated to Fine Dining

There is a haven in Paris—a foyer in the truest sense of the word, offering both sustenance and human warmth—nestled beneath a church, inspiring a secular devotion. A restaurant Continue Reading

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Posted On: 13/03/2026 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Front of L'Évadé restaurant and selection of wines. Photo © Pierre d'Ornano | Aeternus.fr
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Tasting the 2022 and 2024 Vintages of Château de France

Vintages follow one another, yet no two are alike. Arnaud Thomassin, co-owner with his sisters Véronique and Virginie of the Château de France wine estate, in the Pessac-Léognan appellation (Read our article Continue Reading

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Posted On: 17/12/2025 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano
Entrance facade of the Cheurlin-Dangin building. Photo © Pierre d'Ornano | Aeternus.fr
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Champagne Vaucelle: The Gastronomic Range by Thomas Cheurlin

From the cellars of the Côte des Bar and its Jurassic Kimmeridgian limestone soils emerges a new range of six champagnes titled Vaucelle. Its creator, Thomas Cheurlin, is Continue Reading

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Posted On: 15/10/2025 Published By: Pierre d'Ornano

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