Gruaud Larose

White Knuckle Day

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July 30th 2012
We started with a quick run through a breakfast buffet and took a taxi to the train station, Gare Saint-Jean. Once we got the keys to the car we were directed to walk down the street until we found the Hertz sign. Well, that walk was a little further than I expected and the automatic "Ford Focus" was a standard transmission Opel (something or other...). Good thing I know how to change gears. Gl ... read more

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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