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The French Paradox Wine Shop & Tasting room

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The French Paradox Wine Shop & Tasting room

Franco-Irish family business importing wines directly from quality driven winemakers and serving up

An independent wine shop in Dublin, The French Paradox presents a carefully curated selection of artisanal wines from small, thoughtful producers. Rooted in authenticity, terroir, and a spirit of discovery, the collection focuses on wines that are expressive, elegant, and made with minimal intervention. Our team brings both knowledge and sensitivity, offering tailored guidance with ease and precision. More than a shop, each visit is conceived as an experience — warm, engaging, and quietly immersive, inviting you to explore and connect with wine in a meaningful way.

12/09/2026

Some w**es just make sense in a magnum.

This is Bourgogne Hautes-Côtes de Beaune Cuvée K 2022 by Hervé Kerlann, from Château de Laborde.

A classic Burgundy Chardonnay, from the cooler Hautes-Côtes above the Côte de Beaune. Fresh, elegant and generous, with the kind of balance that makes Burgundy Chardonnay so easy to love.

And in a magnum, it somehow feels even more at home. More w**e, more time around the table, and a format made for sharing.

Hervé Kerlann has been bringing Château de Laborde back to its w**emaking roots since taking on the historic estate in 1998, reconnecting it with the Burgundy terroirs around Beaune.

A very popular bottle in the shop — now in a rather more generous format.

Available at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

05/09/2026

A little taste of the Roussillon sunshine.

Made from Grenache in the heart of the Maury appellation, this is a rich and beautifully expressive sweet red w**e, full of black cherry, plum, fig and cocoa.

But Maury is not simply about sweetness. There’s freshness, gentle tannins and a lovely sense of balance that keeps the w**e lively rather than heavy.

Think dark chocolate, blue cheese, or simply a small glass to finish the evening.

A fascinating piece of Roussillon tradition — and one of those w**es that deserves to be discovered.

Available at The French Paradox.

Read our story on Maury and discover more about this unique w**e from the Languedoc-Roussillon — link in bio.

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03/09/2026

Chenin Blanc with a little extra depth.

From the Loire Valley and the historic appellation of Vouvray, L'Inédit 2025 by Maison Darragon is a beautiful expression of one of France's most versatile white grapes.

Chenin Blanc is known for its freshness, vibrant acidity and incredible character — but here, careful ageing in oak brings an extra layer of texture and richness.

The result? A white w**e that is fresh and expressive, while also generous and beautifully rounded.

A perfect bottle for anyone looking to explore a different side of Vouvray and Chenin Blanc.

And if you're curious to know more about this w**e, its story can be found in the Stories section of our website.

Available now at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

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01/09/2026

Some bottles deserve a little extra presentation.

We sell our w**es bottle by bottle, but every now and then, a special bottle comes in its very own wooden case.

This is Château Bellevue 2016, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru — in magnum. A beautiful Right Bank Bordeaux, rich and expressive, with ripe dark fruit, velvety tannins and lovely notes of spice and cedar.

But let's be honest… the wooden case certainly adds something.

With Château Bellevue engraved into the wood, it makes an already impressive bottle feel like something truly special — perfect for a dinner, a celebration, or simply for someone who deserves a very good bottle of Bordeaux.

Available in the shop and online.

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29/08/2026

A little corner of The French Paradox, right on Shelbourne Road.

Our terrace might only have a couple of tables, but it's a lovely spot to sit back, enjoy a glass of w**e and have something delicious to snack on.

Right outside the shop in the heart of Ballsbridge, it's covered by an awning — because, well… this is Dublin.

Come for a bottle, stay for a glass, add a little cheese and charcuterie, and watch the world go by.

Just keep an eye out for the rain coming in diagonally.

Open Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am–8.30pm.

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27/08/2026

The weather outside is very… Irish.

So today, we're reaching for Bordeaux.

Château Hourbanon Médoc 2016 is exactly the kind of bottle that suits a grey, drizzly afternoon: rich, warming and full of character, with the depth and structure you'd expect from a beautifully mature Médoc.

2016 was an exceptional vintage in Bordeaux, and this bottle has had time to develop beautifully in the cellar.

Sometimes you don't need sunshine to enjoy a great glass of w**e.

Just a good bottle, a cosy spot, and perhaps a little patience with the Irish weather.

Available now at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

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25/08/2026

A bold red from the Languedoc.

Les Brunes 2023 by Domaine Les Creisses is a w**e with real presence — rich, full-bodied and beautifully expressive.

Born from the volcanic soils of the Languedoc, with Cabernet Sauvignon at its heart, it brings together dark fruit, spice, cocoa and beautifully integrated oak. Powerful and structured, but with enough freshness to keep everything balanced.

And for those who like their w**es with a little extra drama: Les Brunes 2023 is available both as a bottle and as a magnum.

We've also written the full story behind this fascinating w**e. Head to our website, open the Stories section and look for “Les Brunes 2023 – A bold expression from the Languedoc.”

Available now at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

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22/08/2026

A little taste of Cognac… at The French Paradox.

Pineau des Charentes has a special place in our shop. Pierre, the owner of The French Paradox, is from the Cognac region, so perhaps it was inevitable that Pineau would make its way onto our shelves. And, of course, with Tanya being Irish, The French Paradox has always been a little bit French and a little bit Irish.

Our Pineau is Extra Vieux, aged for 10 years in oak barrels. Rich, smooth and beautifully complex, it's deliciously versatile.

As an aperitif — chilled and enjoyed on its own.

After dinner — a lovely alternative to a traditional sweet w**e.

In a cocktail — over ice, topped with tonic and finished with a wedge of lemon. Refreshing and dangerously easy to drink.

And our favourite?

The Pineau Royal. A dash of Pineau topped with Ch*****ne, our own French twist on a Kir Royal. Simple, elegant and absolutely delicious.

A little piece of the Charentes, with a very special place in our French Paradox story.

Available now in the w**e shop and online.

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20/08/2026

Crozes-Hermitage, without the oak.

Les Coulaires 2024 by Domaine Vendome is a fresh, juicy and wonderfully approachable expression of Northern Rhône Syrah.

Made from 100% Syrah, from vines over 40 years old, the w**e is entirely destemmed and fermented and aged in raw concrete vats — no oak, no toast, no unnecessary heaviness. Just beautiful fruit, freshness, spice and fine, supple tannins.

It's a different side of Crozes-Hermitage: generous, lively and incredibly easy to enjoy.

And if you're curious to know more, we've written the full story of this w**e on our website.

Available now at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

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18/08/2026

A rosé for when summer decides to hide.

Dames Nature 2025 by Château Pas du Cerf is a beautifully pale rosé from Côtes de Provence — so delicate in colour, it could almost pass for a white.

This special cuvée is vinified without added sulphites, giving the w**e a wonderfully pure and fresh character.

And we have to mention the label: a butterfly gracefully flying above a stag’s antlers. A little piece of Provence, even when the weather feels decidedly Irish.

Beautiful, delicate, and made for summer — whatever the forecast.

Available now at The French Paradox W**e Shop and online.

Address

53 Shelbourne Road
Dublin
D04XC66

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10:30am - 8:30pm
Wednesday	10:30am - 8:30pm
Thursday	10:30am - 8:30pm
Friday	10:30am - 8:30pm
Saturday	10:30am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+35316604068

Website

http://www.thefrenchparadox.com/

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