Cédric Coubris, president of the Independent Winegrowers in Gironde, is excited. He who started sales in salons at the age of 12 has thirty-seven years of practice. Owner of the Château de la Mouline in Moulis-en-Médoc, he has completed a sixth term at the head of the Departmental Federation. “It’s great to be back,” he said. Even if it’s going to be a steady pace for three days, we’re not complaining. During the day, we will be able to talk about our wines and in the evening, it will be the third half with friends from all over France to tell us about our problems, to come up with solutions. »

Everything from A to Z

The show is the guarantee of meeting “wine artisans who do everything from A to Z, from soil preparation to marketing, explains the Médocain. And then, these meetings with our customers make it possible to come out of anonymity, he continues. When they open the bottle, it will be Cedric’s. We will be part of their daily life. »

On site, the system seems to be well established. A wine glass is assigned at the entrance to each visitor, who can buy their favorite tastings and collect them at dedicated loading areas. Each winemaker brings an average of 1,200 bottles, enough to satisfy everyone.