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May 18, 2026

Which Wines Are Inside the Wine Tasting Boxes?

At ARÔMES Wine Box, every wine selection is curated by Charles Damageux, a professional sommelier with more than 16 years of experience in the wine industry.

Discover Our Sommelier’s Selection

Learning how to taste wine at home — simply, confidently, and without pretension — is exactly what a wine tasting box is designed for.

But one question comes up again and again, and it’s a fair one:

What’s actually inside the box?

At ARÔMES Wine Box, every wine selection is curated by Charles Damageux, a professional sommelier with more than 16 years of experience in the wine industry.

The idea is simple: take you on a journey through France’s most iconic wine regions using five elegant 100 ml tasting tubes — the perfect format to discover great wines without opening five full bottles in one evening.

In this guide, discover the wines selected for the ARÔMES tasting boxes — carefully designed as a true wine journey across France, from the Loire Valley to Bordeaux, with stops in Burgundy, Provence, Alsace, and the Rhône Valley along the way.

The “Black Box”: 5 Wines, 5 Regions, A Journey Through France

The ARÔMES Black Edition wine tasting box includes:

  • 2 white wines
  • 3 red wines

Each wine represents a different grape variety, region, and style.

The goal is not to decide which wine is “the best,” but to understand why every wine is interesting in its own way.

1. Sauvignon Blanc – Loire Valley

Domaine Poiron Dabin

We begin with a crisp and vibrant white wine — the perfect introduction to any wine tasting experience.

A Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc is immediate, expressive, and easy to understand, making it ideal for beginners and wine lovers alike.

  • 🍋 Citrus notes: lemon and grapefruit
  • ✨ Bright freshness on the palate
  • 🌿 Clean acidity and lively finish

A wine that makes sense from the very first sip — and that’s precisely its strength.

2. Chardonnay – Burgundy

Maison André Goichot

Next stop: Burgundy.

Maison André Goichot works with some of Burgundy’s most prestigious appellations, including Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, and Chassagne-Montrachet.

This Chardonnay beautifully expresses the richness and elegance of barrel-aged Burgundy wines.

  • 🍐 White orchard fruits
  • 🍮 Round, generous texture
  • 🪵 Depth and complexity from oak aging

The kind of wine that instantly explains why Burgundy is legendary.

3. Pinot Noir – Burgundy

Maison André Goichot

Still in Burgundy — but now moving into red wine territory.

Pinot Noir is known for being delicate, demanding, and incredibly elegant when handled properly.

This expression offers:

  • 🍒 Red and dark berry aromas
  • 🪵 Well-integrated oak influence
  • 🍫 Smooth tannins and long finish

Elegant yet approachable — proof that a wine can be both refined and deeply enjoyable.

4. Syrah & Grenache – Luberon

Maison Marrenon

Now we head south.

The Luberon brings sunshine, Mediterranean herbs, and generosity into the glass.

This Syrah-Grenache blend perfectly captures the spirit of Southern Rhône wines.

  • 🍒 Ripe red and dark fruits
  • 🌶️ Peppery and spicy notes
  • ☀️ Warm, sun-drenched character

The wine that instantly transports you to summer evenings in the South of France.

5. Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon – Bordeaux

Château Faugas Maldoror

Final stop: Bordeaux.

Château Faugas Maldoror is produced using biodynamic farming methods — and you can feel the precision and balance in every sip.

  • 🍒 Intense red and dark fruit aromas
  • 🪵 Elegant oak influence without excess
  • 🍫 Rounded and silky tannins

A structured yet harmonious Bordeaux blend — the perfect finale to a wine tasting journey.

The “White Box”: Exploring French White Wines

The ARÔMES White Edition wine tasting box is an invitation to discover the incredible diversity of French white wines.

Alongside the Sauvignon Blanc from Loire Valley and the Chardonnay from Burgundy, the selection also includes:

Viognier – Rhône Valley

Maison Marrenon

The most aromatic wine of the collection.

Expressive, generous, and almost exotic.

  • 🍑 Peach and apricot aromas
  • 🌸 Floral notes
  • 🧘 Smooth texture balanced by fresh acidity

A white wine that immediately fills the room with aromas.

Riesling – Alsace

Famille Hauller

A wine with a strong personality — exactly what Alsace Riesling is famous for.

Some people fall in love with it instantly. Others need a second glass before they fully understand it. Then they ask for more.

  • 🍋 Fresh citrus fruits
  • ⛽ Subtle mineral and petrol notes
  • ⚡ Sharp, precise acidity

A fascinating wine for anyone wanting to explore aromatic white wines.

Rolle (Vermentino) – Provence

Domaine du Saint-Esprit

For many tasters, this is the hidden gem of the selection.

Rolle — also known as Vermentino — is one of the Mediterranean’s most exciting white grape varieties.

  • 🍑 Peach and apricot aromas
  • 🌿 Fresh herbal notes
  • ✨ Crisp acidity balancing the richness

Charles’ personal favorite in the White Box — and for good reason.

The “Red Box”: 5 Red Wines, 5 Personalities

The ARÔMES Red Edition wine tasting box includes the Pinot Noir (Burgundy), Syrah-Grenache (Luberon), and Bordeaux blend already introduced above, alongside two iconic French red wines:

Malbec – South-West France

Château la Coustarelle

A powerful and deeply expressive Malbec from South-West France.

From the very first glance at its intense purple color, you know this wine has personality.

  • 🌶️ Spicy notes
  • 🍑 Ripe black fruit aromas
  • 🪨 Structured yet polished tannins
  • 🧣 Velvety mouthfeel

Powerful without becoming heavy — a beautifully balanced Malbec.

Gamay – Beaujolais

Domaine Trenel

The opposite of an intimidating wine.

Its role inside the tasting box is simple: to remind people that wine can also be joyful, easy, and immediately pleasurable.

  • 🍓 Fresh strawberry and cherry aromas
  • ✨ Vibrant freshness
  • 🍂 Light, smooth structure

The wine that proves “simple” and “high quality” absolutely can coexist.

The Impossible Question: Which Wines Are the Best?

People often ask me for my top three wines from the collection.

And honestly, it’s impossible to answer objectively.

Because wine is deeply connected to context:

  • Where are you drinking it?
  • Who are you sharing it with?
  • What food is on the table?
  • And most importantly: what mood are you in?

One evening calls for structure and intensity.

The next day, all you want is freshness and lightness.

That’s exactly what makes wine so fascinating: it evolves with the moment.

But if you insist — and I know you will — here’s today’s personal top three:

  • Chardonnay from Burgundy (Maison André Goichot) — for its richness and depth
  • Syrah-Grenache from Luberon (Maison Marrenon) — for its spicy and generous character
  • Rolle from Provence (Domaine du Saint-Esprit) — for its Mediterranean freshness and originality

Tomorrow, the list will probably be different.

And that’s perfectly fine.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wine Tasting Boxes

What Is a Wine Tasting Box?

A wine tasting box is a curated selection of wines in small tasting formats — in this case, elegant 100 ml glass tubes — paired with guided tasting videos presented by a professional sommelier.

It allows you to discover multiple grape varieties and wine regions without opening several full bottles.

Which Wine Tasting Box Is Best for Beginners?

The Black Edition is the perfect introduction to wine tasting.

It offers a balanced overview of French wines, including both white and red wines from iconic wine regions.

For those who want to explore a specific style in more depth:

  • The White Edition focuses entirely on French white wines
  • The Red Edition explores the diversity of French red wines

How Does the ARÔMES Wine Tasting Experience Work?

Each ARÔMES Wine Box includes access to immersive tasting videos hosted by Charles, professional sommelier and founder of the concept.

Through a QR code included inside the box, you’ll discover:

  • wine tasting techniques
  • grape varieties and wine regions
  • aromas and flavor profiles
  • food and wine pairing recommendations

It’s like having a private sommelier at home — except you can pause the lesson whenever you want.

Is a Wine Tasting Box a Good Gift?

Absolutely — and it’s one of the most popular uses of the ARÔMES Wine Box.

Elegant, original, and memorable, it makes the perfect wine gift for:

  • wine lovers
  • curious beginners
  • couples
  • corporate gifts
  • birthdays and special occasions

A wine experience designed to be shared and remembered.

Ready to Explore French Wines?

Discover the ARÔMES Wine Box collection and start your journey through France’s most iconic vineyards, one 100 ml glass at a time.