Picnic Time ~ French Style

This Fortnum & Mason picnic hamper is French all the way: a large bottle of fine French wine, crunchy French cornichons, Maille original Dijon mustard, and Pineapple Passion Fruit Preserves from Bonne Maman. Bon Appétit!

This delightful picnic hamper holds:

• 1986 Joël Taluau "Cuvée du Domaine" Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Red Loire Wine 1.5L

Joël Taluau is a fabulous grower in St. Nicolas de Bourgueil, France, known for making some of the purest expressions of cabernet franc in the Loire. All are hand-harvested, and cuvees are based on vine age and soil composition. Then the wines are fermented and aged in stainless steel, with no filtration before bottling.

While Cabernet Franc, a parent with Sauvignon Blanc to the ubiquitous Cabernet Sauvignon, frequently plays second fiddle in Bordeaux blends (though it does get more props on the Right Bank, where it dominates Cheval Blanc), this lighter, higher acid/lower tannin, early-maturing, perfumed red varietal is far from a wallflower. It is the headliner in the Loire Valley appellations of Saumur-Champigny, Bourgueil, St-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, Chinon, and Anjou-Villages, where it makes exceptional, food-friendly wines. 

• Maille Dijon Originale Dijon Mustard 7.5 oz 

Named after the home of French Mustard, this traditional Dijon mustard dates back to 1747 when Maille was founded - a true original. Maille Dijon mustard has a creamy texture, spicy taste, and smooth finish. Made with finely crushed mustard seeds, it is an ideal accompaniment to red meat. Spread it on sandwiches, and use it within a mustard vinaigrette or in various fish and chicken recipes.

• Maille Original Cornichon Gerkins 13.5 FL oz

These special little pickled cornichons (gherkins), harvested before reaching maturity for that extra-tart bite, make the perfectly balanced garnish for a meat terrine, pâté, or Gruyère cheese. They are essential for nibbling when there is a plate of fennel salami or cured ham on the go. They also add flavor and are essential in classic dishes ranging from steak tartar and sauce gribiche to potato salad.

• Bonne Maman Pineapple-Passion Fruit Preserves 13 oz 

Bonne Maman Pineapple-Passion Fruit Preserves are made with four simple, natural ingredients and deliver a homemade taste. Tropical and delightfully sweet, try adding it to your morning yogurt, spreading it on toast, or even adding it to your favorite baked treats. It's the perfect mixture for Fruit Turnovers.

• Fortnum & Mason Hamper Basket

Light brown rectangular wicker basket with leather buckles with the F&M logo on the front. Approx. 17" x 10" x 7.5"

Beautifully gift-wrapped!

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