Vintages inspired by song titles

Special Series: Wine Labels Inspired by Song Titles

1) "Les Copains d’abord"

GAEC Domaine de l’Auribelle, AOC Languedoc

You’ve likely recognized the tribute to Georges Brassens and his famous ode to friendship, “Les Copains d’abord” (1964). This well-chosen song perfectly represents a fruity and indulgent red wine ideal for enjoying with friends during an aperitif.

For a bit of trivia, this song was written for Yves Robert’s 1965 film Les Copains.

2) "La Vie en Rose"

Champagne Lepreux-Penet, AOC Champagne

Next up is another classic of French music: “La Vie en Rose” (1945) by Édith Piaf. This elegant and fruity rosé champagne is a fitting tribute to the song, and it pairs wonderfully with a seafood platter.

“La Vie en Rose” remains one of Piaf’s most famous pieces. The film La Môme (2007), which chronicles Piaf’s life, was released in many countries under the title La Vie en Rose, including Canada.

FAQ - Wines and songs

Which song inspired the Les Copains d'abord cuvée?

This cuvée from GAEC Domaine de l'Auribelle, in the AOC Languedoc, takes its name from the Georges Brassens song released in 1964. It is a fruity, easy-drinking red wine made for sharing with friends over an aperitif.

Which champagne is named La Vie en Rose?

It is a rosé champagne from Champagne Lepreux-Penet, in the AOC Champagne. Its name pays tribute to Édith Piaf's La Vie en Rose, a song from 1945. Elegant and fruity, it goes happily with a seafood platter.

What dish pairs with the La Vie en Rose rosé champagne?

This elegant, fruity rosé champagne pairs ideally with a seafood platter. Its freshness and fruit notes match the briny flavours of shellfish and crustaceans.

For which film was the song Les Copains d'abord written?

Georges Brassens wrote it for Yves Robert's film Les Copains, released in 1965, while the song itself dates from 1964. Today it lends its name to a red AOC Languedoc cuvée from Domaine de l'Auribelle.

Did the song La Vie en Rose lend its title to a film?

Yes. Olivier Dahan's film La Môme, released in 2007 and devoted to the life of Édith Piaf, came out in several countries under the title La Vie en Rose, including Canada.