Six top French chefs with a total of 27 Michelin stars have shared their favorite secret cuvées, drunk daily for their excellent value, priced between 11 and 50 euros.
In an article published on March 21, 2026, by Martin Lemaire in Le Figaro, six iconic French chefs totaling 27 Michelin stars reveal their personal wine discoveries. These experts, passionate about fine wines, nonetheless favor accessible gems from under-the-radar vintners or small cuvées from renowned estates. A total of 15 bottles are highlighted, including champagne, all priced between 11 and 50 euros. These wines do not necessarily appear on the menus of their starred restaurants but are enjoyed privately for their outstanding quality at moderate prices. The piece emphasizes their status as pinnacles of French cuisine and tasting expertise, embodying the past, present, and future of gastronomy while hunting bargains like any savvy enthusiast.
