C'est pas la mer a boire
Domaine du Possible (cute, right?)
Literal translation: “it’s not the sea to be drunk"
Signification: Ce n'est pas difficile.
Origine
Née dans la seconde moitié du XVIIe siècle, cette expression a tout d'abord été utilisée sous la forme positive : "c'est la mer à boire", qui signifiait qu'une chose était compliquée et difficile. Aujourd'hui, elle ne s'utilise quasiment que sous la forme négative et signifie littéralement "ce n'est pas comme si tu devais boire toute l'eau de la mer". Autrement dit, "ce n'est pas impossible", "pas compliqué".
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I didn't at all understand the significance of the name of this wine while we drank it --- but I love it --- both the name and the wine.
The wine bar monsieur at Quedubon ("une maison sincere et serieuse") described the wine as very rich with lots of fruit --- he was dead on. It was absolutely lovely, and now our entire dinner party I'm sure will be on the quest to figure out how to get some here (or in Denmark). For some reason I have a feeling it is going to be extremely difficult, as I don't think it is exported. Although I will look into it. Definitely the best wine on the Paris trip, and best restaurant in my opinion... although Brady liked the place with the naked male oil paintings on the walls (Aux Trois Petite Couchons).
Bistro-Cave Quedubon
22 rue du plateau
19th arrondissement
Apparently the potatoes were to die for here ... I had the fish that was amazing. Really loved this little place - and the people were super sweet, generous and awesome. tel. 01.42.38.18.65. Metro: Buttes-Chaumont
PS I think you can get the wine in Canada... see chowhound note:
Domaine du Possible, “C’est pas la mer à boire” 2006, VDT Roussilon (C$30)
The wine’s name translates as “no big deal” (literally “it’s not the sea to be drunk”). 55% Grenache, 35% Carignan, 10% Syrah. Nose rich in fruit with gamy notes, leather and a bit of *merde*. Mouth-filling and densely fruity yet light on its feet. Supple tannins. Long savoury, spicy finish. Astoundingly pure. Just great.
