about us
OUR FOUNDERS.
ONE from FRANCE,
THE OTHER
from THE UNITED STATES
Franck Ramage and Charlotte King met while working in the wine department at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu Institute in Paris. Later, they came together with a vision of sharing the French art de vivre with an international audience.
Born and raised in France, Franck is a sommelier and fine wine insider who has worked at Michelin Starred restaurants and throughout Paris for more than 30 years.
In 1999, Franck became a sommelier professor, specializing in service techniques, enology, wine pairings and tastings. He joined Le Cordon Bleu as head of the wine department in 2011 to
create a program of intensive wine training for international students and was awarded the title of Master Sommelier by l’Union de la Sommellerie Française just one year later. Franck’s unrivalled knowledge, as well as his network of chefs, wine professionals and winemakers, gives Bacchus and Clio enviable access to the inner workings of Paris and the country’s vineyards.
Charlotte grew up in Wisconsin but moved to Burgundy, France, aged 17. She studied theatre, history and French and pursued her love of the French language to obtain a master’s degree.
Charlotte then began teaching at several universities in Paris, including the Sorbonne Nouvelle and Marne la Vallée.
She also secured a French National Guide card, allowing her to lead guided tours in French national museums and heritage sites. In 2016, Charlotte joined the wine team at Le Cordon Bleu as a translator and embarked on qualifications with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Bacchus and Clio draws on Charlotte’s wealth of experience, capturing her passion for history and hospitality in elevated cultural experiences.
Charlotte grew up in Wisconsin but moved to Burgundy, France, aged 17. She studied theatre, history and French and pursued her love of the French language to obtain a master’s degree.
Charlotte began teaching at several universities in Paris, including the Sorbonne Nouvelle and Marne la Vallée, while also working to secure a French National Guide card, allowing her to lead guided tours around Paris’ museums
and heritage sites. In 2016, Charlotte joined the wine team at Le Cordon Bleu as a translator and embarked on qualifications with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Bacchus and Clio draws on Charlotte’s wealth of experience, capturing her passion for history and hospitality in elevated cultural experiences.
OUR PARTNERS
At Bacchus and Clio, we bring together a community of seasoned experts and docents who are engaging storytellers and contribute to France’s rich cultural heritage every day. We forgo lectures in favor of genuine and intimate conversations, whether strolling through the winding streets of Paris or exploring famed cultural landmarks.
We carefully choose partners and guides who share our raison d’être of complete immersion into French gastronomy, wine and culture.
Our gastronomic connections span leading sommeliers, Michelin Starred chefs, restaurant managers and maître d’hôtels. Each one is a custodian of knowledge that keeps the French tradition of art de vivre thriving.
The winemakers within our network of specialists have been personally selected to enrich each vineyard experience. Some produce millions of bottles per year, others just several thousand. What unites them, is an enthusiasm for the art of winemaking, and a curious collection of stories
and tasting opportunities that will leave you with a refreshed appreciation for French wine.
OUR PARTNERS
At Bacchus and Clio, we bring together a community of seasoned experts and docents who are engaging storytellers and contribute to France’s rich cultural heritage every day. We forgo lectures in favor of genuine and intimate conversations, whether strolling through the winding streets of Paris or exploring famed cultural landmarks.
We carefully choose partners and guides who share our raison d’être of complete immersion into French gastronomy, wine and culture.
Our gastronomic connections span leading sommeliers, Michelin Starred chefs, restaurant managers and maître d’hôtels. Each one is a custodian of knowledge that keeps the French tradition of art de vivre thriving.
The winemakers within our network of specialists have been personally selected to enrich each vineyard experience. Some produce millions of bottles per year, others just several thousand. What unites them, is an enthusiasm for the art of winemaking, and a curious collection of stories and tasting opportunities that will leave you with a refreshed appreciation for French wine.
