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Joel | Follow the Idiot - Part 55

House Hunt

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Continuing to house hunt in southwestern France as he meanders on country roads to a three-day conference in Biarritz.

Femmes de Southwest

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Visiting and applauding innovative female friends in southwestern France.

What Did The Idiot See At Châteaux, Vineyards And Wineries Near Bordeaux?

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The Idiot, once a pretentious connoisseur of Bordeaux wines, recently spent a few days leisurely strolling through the grape-growing, wine-producing regions around Bordeaux. Think châteaux, vineyards and wineries in Médoc, Saint-Émilion and Pomerol.

Musical Candlelight

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Lighting an early morning votive candle on behalf of all sentient beings at a basilica in Bordeaux, France.

Tasting Menu

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Enjoying the multi-course menu dégustation, or tasting menu, at Château Cordeillan-Bages in Pauillac, France.

Margaux Promo

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Discussing wine in The Idiot and the Odyssey trilogy of travel narratives at aptly named La Cave d’Ulysse in Margaux, France.