Out of the rubble a wine is born! Jean-Marc gave more than heart and soul when he made his first wine: he gave his blood, his tears, and an alarming number of kilos. I talk about this, and more, in an interview about the organic winemaker on French TV.
il paraît (eel-pah-ray)
: it seems, it appears
synonyms: on dit (they say) or le bruit court (rumor has it)
Example from today's video:
"Alors, son vin?" So how's the wine?
"Il paraît que c'est bon!" I hear it's good! (or Rumor has it it's pretty good!)
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Portrait de Jean-Marc Espinasse pour l'émission… par BrokenArmsCompany
I am sorry not to have a transcript, in English, of this interview. I hope many of you can understand what is being said. I know I had a hard time… which led the interviewer to rephrase a question or two.
The man who can passionately follow his vision–yet keep his eyes soft enough to see what lives and loves around him–his family, his friends–that is beauty.
Jean-Marc taking time out of whirlwind winemaking – to dance the tango with his mother-in-law, Jules.
Mom was so moved by his gesture that she captured the image forever. "Tango 62" Can you guess what 62 means?
You have captured all our hearts, may yours be bursting today, Jean-Marc, as you celebrate your 46th year. Joyeux Anniversaire!
Have fun–but not too much fun!… Untangle yourself from those Arlesiennes and hurry home!
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A very Happy Birthday Jean-Marc, from the other side of the world. I wish you great Health, Wealth, & Happiness in the coming year! Aloha, Bill Facker
A very Happy Birthday Jean-Marc, from the other side of the world. I wish you great Health, Wealth, & Happiness in the coming year! Aloha, Bill Facker
Happy birthday to you, Jean-Marc! Sorry about the cold, but it looks as though the Seattle weather might cooperate for a change. We have family there, so maybe one of these days I’ll make it out that way for a wine-tasting since it appears Colorado won’t make the itinerary. I was jealous of all the postings from readers who got to attend one. And to JULES, I love the painting–another Frida Kahlo in the making? Perhaps the tango took place on a 62nd birthday celebration, hence the name?
Happy birthday to you, Jean-Marc! Sorry about the cold, but it looks as though the Seattle weather might cooperate for a change. We have family there, so maybe one of these days I’ll make it out that way for a wine-tasting since it appears Colorado won’t make the itinerary. I was jealous of all the postings from readers who got to attend one. And to JULES, I love the painting–another Frida Kahlo in the making? Perhaps the tango took place on a 62nd birthday celebration, hence the name?
Jules, I love, Love, LOVE the painting!! And I’m guessing the ’62’ represents the times per minute you are grateful for the day J-M’s orbit intersected with Kristins. 🙂
Bon Anniversaire, Jean-Marc! I look forward to toasting you in person later today here in Seattle!
Jules, I love, Love, LOVE the painting!! And I’m guessing the ’62’ represents the times per minute you are grateful for the day J-M’s orbit intersected with Kristins. 🙂
Bon Anniversaire, Jean-Marc! I look forward to toasting you in person later today here in Seattle!
Jan, you guessed it: Mom celebrated her 62nd year in that photo.
Cheryl, the reporter was a friend of Jean-Marcs (but I think he would tu other guests, that is just his unique style!)
Dave, sorry to hear you were in bed, sick.
Georgette, please try again. Maybe the video will work later?
Louis, touched by your note. Thanks–and to everyone taking the time to read these comments or to write one — merci beaucoup!
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Jan, you guessed it: Mom celebrated her 62nd year in that photo.
Cheryl, the reporter was a friend of Jean-Marcs (but I think he would tu other guests, that is just his unique style!)
Dave, sorry to hear you were in bed, sick.
Georgette, please try again. Maybe the video will work later?
Louis, touched by your note. Thanks–and to everyone taking the time to read these comments or to write one — merci beaucoup!
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Your answer was far the best one, given you are the wife of the winemaker. One of those questions where the interviewer really wants to hear you say oh it tastes terrible — and get a little fight going to liven up the interview. Your reply was exactly correct, regardless of you not drinking it.
The video appeared with no problem, except the interviewer speaking way too fast for me, on the web site. Plus the phrase below the video screen opens a new tab with the video from the site of the interviewers. Two chances!
Joyeux anniversaire, Jean-Marc !
Your answer was far the best one, given you are the wife of the winemaker. One of those questions where the interviewer really wants to hear you say oh it tastes terrible — and get a little fight going to liven up the interview. Your reply was exactly correct, regardless of you not drinking it.
The video appeared with no problem, except the interviewer speaking way too fast for me, on the web site. Plus the phrase below the video screen opens a new tab with the video from the site of the interviewers. Two chances!
Joyeux anniversaire, Jean-Marc !
Joyeux anniversaire. Any chance you will be traveling to SF or Berkeley after Washington State?
Joyeux anniversaire. Any chance you will be traveling to SF or Berkeley after Washington State?
Happy Birthday and a big thank you to your family. Without you and Kristin coming together I would not be able to enjoy this wonderful blog about life in France. Safe travels.
Happy Birthday and a big thank you to your family. Without you and Kristin coming together I would not be able to enjoy this wonderful blog about life in France. Safe travels.
Bon Anniversaire, cher JM! Que cette annee soit le meilleure!!
Bon Anniversaire, cher JM! Que cette annee soit le meilleure!!
…et Bravo, Kristin pour the interview! Bonne Fete de Pacques!
…et Bravo, Kristin pour the interview! Bonne Fete de Pacques!
Happy Birthday, Jean Marc! Hoping this year is full of blessings.
Regards,
Anne Wirth
Happy Birthday, Jean Marc! Hoping this year is full of blessings.
Regards,
Anne Wirth
Happy Birthday, Jean-Marc! I hope you get over your cold quickly! Have a safe trip home to your lovely family!
Happy Birthday, Jean-Marc! I hope you get over your cold quickly! Have a safe trip home to your lovely family!
Aloha Kristin,
Great blog today on JM’s Birthday. What really “stuck” with me was something I thought I’d share. As I watched the video, not understanding one word (even though I’ve been going to France regularly since discovering “Her” in ’67 .. I’m still linguistically challenged .. a great phrase for lazy), I had an “Aha” moment. I’ve spoken with many close friends over the years about how I feel like two people .. the American and that other person who appears in France. As I watched you in the video, I saw and “felt” the French Kristin and thought “Wow, she is actually enjoying what I have wanted to feel & experience for these many years.” What a blessing .. what a gift you are enjoying. Happiness, self confidence, joy of accomplishment in living a unique existence that many Americans aspire to live. Your readers are living this “dream/reality” vicariously through your writings .. that is your special gift to us. Congratulations & Mahalo Kristin Espinasse .. wishing you continued successes in your adopted homeland. Wow!
Your linguistically challenged, and slightly envious friend,
Bill Facker
Aloha!
Aloha Kristin,
Great blog today on JM’s Birthday. What really “stuck” with me was something I thought I’d share. As I watched the video, not understanding one word (even though I’ve been going to France regularly since discovering “Her” in ’67 .. I’m still linguistically challenged .. a great phrase for lazy), I had an “Aha” moment. I’ve spoken with many close friends over the years about how I feel like two people .. the American and that other person who appears in France. As I watched you in the video, I saw and “felt” the French Kristin and thought “Wow, she is actually enjoying what I have wanted to feel & experience for these many years.” What a blessing .. what a gift you are enjoying. Happiness, self confidence, joy of accomplishment in living a unique existence that many Americans aspire to live. Your readers are living this “dream/reality” vicariously through your writings .. that is your special gift to us. Congratulations & Mahalo Kristin Espinasse .. wishing you continued successes in your adopted homeland. Wow!
Your linguistically challenged, and slightly envious friend,
Bill Facker
Aloha!
AND JULES .. I agree with the others .. GREAT PAINTING! Aloha, Bill
AND JULES .. I agree with the others .. GREAT PAINTING! Aloha, Bill
Joyeux Anniversaire Jean Marc – A loving son-in-law is such a precious gift – love the painting of you and Jules – I too have a loving son-in-law who I cherish with all my heart – hope you are having a wonderful day felicitations from Cornwall. Just love your Kristi’s blogs they are so inspiringx
Joyeux Anniversaire Jean Marc – A loving son-in-law is such a precious gift – love the painting of you and Jules – I too have a loving son-in-law who I cherish with all my heart – hope you are having a wonderful day felicitations from Cornwall. Just love your Kristi’s blogs they are so inspiringx
Happy birthday, J-M, and best wishes for the next year as you make your way to new adventures and discoveries in “le monde du vin.” The photo of you in the stained tee shirt is my plus favori de toi…it shows how hard you have worked with your treasured vines, and at the same time, your face conveys a sense of quiet joy and peace. Or perhaps sheer exhaustion!
Kristi, thanks for the video, fun to watch.
Happy birthday, J-M, and best wishes for the next year as you make your way to new adventures and discoveries in “le monde du vin.” The photo of you in the stained tee shirt is my plus favori de toi…it shows how hard you have worked with your treasured vines, and at the same time, your face conveys a sense of quiet joy and peace. Or perhaps sheer exhaustion!
Kristi, thanks for the video, fun to watch.
Ed and Bill Facker – and to all who mentionned Moms painting — thank you! It turns out this painting was the unfinished version (poor Mom did not say a word after I posted it. I can only imagine how I would feel if someone posted one of my rough drafts… But her rough draft looks good to me!
Pat, the picture of JM reminds me of those same things you mention. Well said.
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Ed and Bill Facker – and to all who mentionned Moms painting — thank you! It turns out this painting was the unfinished version (poor Mom did not say a word after I posted it. I can only imagine how I would feel if someone posted one of my rough drafts… But her rough draft looks good to me!
Pat, the picture of JM reminds me of those same things you mention. Well said.
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Our dear Kristi,
What a wonderful post,and wonderful interview!
You are gracious,sincere and absolutely
steal the hearts of your viewers with your charm.
Jules,you are a gifted artist!Your Tango is beautiful,such vibrant colors that we feel happy just looking at it!
Wishing Jean Marc a wonderful birthday and all blessings!
(Kristi, what serendipity to have two people you love share birthdays so close to one another! Could NOT be better reasons to celebrate!)
Love, Natalia XO
Our dear Kristi,
What a wonderful post,and wonderful interview!
You are gracious,sincere and absolutely
steal the hearts of your viewers with your charm.
Jules,you are a gifted artist!Your Tango is beautiful,such vibrant colors that we feel happy just looking at it!
Wishing Jean Marc a wonderful birthday and all blessings!
(Kristi, what serendipity to have two people you love share birthdays so close to one another! Could NOT be better reasons to celebrate!)
Love, Natalia XO
Bon anniversaire, Jean-Marc. Beaucoup du vin! Aussi, j’adore la peinture de ta mere. C’est formidable, vraiment formidable! tu as dit, dans le video, que tu ne comprends pas la vie d’un homme qui aime du vin commes ses enfants..mais, je penses que oui, tu comprends plus que la plupart des gens du monde!
Bon anniversaire, Jean-Marc. Beaucoup du vin! Aussi, j’adore la peinture de ta mere. C’est formidable, vraiment formidable! tu as dit, dans le video, que tu ne comprends pas la vie d’un homme qui aime du vin commes ses enfants..mais, je penses que oui, tu comprends plus que la plupart des gens du monde!
Chere Kristi,
Merci pour le video de l’entretien chez toi. Tu etais si belle et si charmante. It was really difficult to understand but I caught most of what you said. Thank you for speaking slowly for us! I especially loved seeing Braise and Smokey in the background. 🙂
JM-Joyeux Anniversaire! Hope you have a great time in Seattle. Sleep well tonight and feel better before your return flight. Stay hydrated with lots of water!
Jules-the painting is just beautiful. So glad Kristi shared it with us.
Thinking of all of you throughout the day on this Good Friday. I wish you all a peaceful Easter weekend. I feel so blessed to know you through this blog. Thank you as always for opening the door to your lives and souls and inviting us in to enjoy the feast with you.
Love, Carolyn
Chere Kristi,
Merci pour le video de l’entretien chez toi. Tu etais si belle et si charmante. It was really difficult to understand but I caught most of what you said. Thank you for speaking slowly for us! I especially loved seeing Braise and Smokey in the background. 🙂
JM-Joyeux Anniversaire! Hope you have a great time in Seattle. Sleep well tonight and feel better before your return flight. Stay hydrated with lots of water!
Jules-the painting is just beautiful. So glad Kristi shared it with us.
Thinking of all of you throughout the day on this Good Friday. I wish you all a peaceful Easter weekend. I feel so blessed to know you through this blog. Thank you as always for opening the door to your lives and souls and inviting us in to enjoy the feast with you.
Love, Carolyn
Happy Birthday Jean-Marc and may your travels be a huge success and one to Tango about when you arrive back in France. Loved the painting Jules! Precious moments forever captured in mind and time. Great interview Kristin even though I only knew a word or two and sharing JM’s passion for the vine – loved the flying wine! And the pool caught my eye and curiosity too.
Happy Birthday Jean-Marc and may your travels be a huge success and one to Tango about when you arrive back in France. Loved the painting Jules! Precious moments forever captured in mind and time. Great interview Kristin even though I only knew a word or two and sharing JM’s passion for the vine – loved the flying wine! And the pool caught my eye and curiosity too.
Joyeux Anniversaire… Jean-Marc! Felicitations sur le video! Kristi, you are so beautiful and definitely charming…. I loved hearing you parlant avec lui. We hope you enjoy a lovely Paques with your loved ones, and Jules painting is one of her very best! Bravo Jules.! a bientot, Judi Dunn , Tallahassee, Fl.
Joyeux Anniversaire… Jean-Marc! Felicitations sur le video! Kristi, you are so beautiful and definitely charming…. I loved hearing you parlant avec lui. We hope you enjoy a lovely Paques with your loved ones, and Jules painting is one of her very best! Bravo Jules.! a bientot, Judi Dunn , Tallahassee, Fl.
I very much enjoyed the video but found – like others who’ve commented, that the speech was far too fast. I watch the news in French here every day and can follow most of that – but they speak slowly and clearly – a distinct advantage!
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I very much enjoyed the video but found – like others who’ve commented, that the speech was far too fast. I watch the news in French here every day and can follow most of that – but they speak slowly and clearly – a distinct advantage!
I love getting my French-word-a-day emails. Thank you for this great resource!
Dianne in Brisbane, Australia
Bon anniversarie Jean-Marc ! What a beautiful painting of Jules and Jean-Marc.
It was great to you speak French in the video. I only wishthat I could speak half as well. I don’t have the ear and started to late…Oh well, I still love France and visiting as often as possible. Maybe if I spent a month or two and didn’t have anyone with whom to speak English, I might actually get better, but that won’t happen,unfortunately.
Bon anniversarie Jean-Marc ! What a beautiful painting of Jules and Jean-Marc.
It was great to you speak French in the video. I only wishthat I could speak half as well. I don’t have the ear and started to late…Oh well, I still love France and visiting as often as possible. Maybe if I spent a month or two and didn’t have anyone with whom to speak English, I might actually get better, but that won’t happen,unfortunately.
Happy birthday to Jean-Marc…you have a most magical family! 🙂
Happy birthday to Jean-Marc…you have a most magical family! 🙂
Happy Birthday Jean-Marc! I hope you are having a pleasant trip here in the USA. Kristin, your French sounded beautiful to me. Happy Easter and best wishes, Cynthia
Happy Birthday Jean-Marc! I hope you are having a pleasant trip here in the USA. Kristin, your French sounded beautiful to me. Happy Easter and best wishes, Cynthia