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Bailly - Beauty and Cremant!!

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December 5th 2010
We instantly fell in love with the Nivernais. The first lock was small, painted prettily, old fashioned and not anywhere near as deep and daunting as the huge ones on the Seine. We passed through with no problem, and I successfully lassoed the bollard with one centre line after a few botched attempts– woo-hoo! Score one for Carly. We emerged from the lock onto a narrow canal surrounded by trees ... read more

Europe » France » Burgundy » Auxerre

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more