The dawn light was incredible, but the old adage about red sky in the morning proved correct as the rain set in for the day. Attempts to find the bread delivery were again unsuccessful so Big Al (aka Gaspard) and TD drove into Dormans to get breakfast. Plans were then rejigged to set a new route south-west to the town of Provins. It is a World Heritage site that was the medieval capital of Champagne. Very atmospheric inside the old walls and with an intriguing history. With rain falling more steadily we opted for lunch ( but of course) and then a drive back across the fields that have seen so much war around the Marne.
Just time to duck into local Champagne maker Philippe Mignon, who preceded to ply us with his wonderful bubbles. Just an unforgettable experience topped by his son adding a few bottles to our order and offering Elena a ride into Paris to her hotel.
We enjoyed a platter of meats and cheeses at La Ravenne over some bubbles while playing trivial pursuit .......rain?, what rain?
TD prepared a meal of pork and mushroom/mustard cream source again with some terrific burgundies.
Margie & I are extremely jealous! Having spent the first 3 weeks with the pelaton, we know what we are missing out on! :((
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