I sell most of the French variety, which is a small sausage with a strong flavour but a coarse and fatty texture.

They are worth seeking out - in some respects, even more than many of the imported French varieties.

Service is attentive, the wine list extensive and the cheese tray loaded with dozens of the best French varieties.

The French variety tastes a bit like potato.

Only the French variety, perfectly fresh, tastes like tarragon.

Tap water is nowhere to be seen; only the French bottled variety is served.

It contains four rose gardens, as well as trial grounds for new French varieties.

First, the French variety, then red leaf, salad bowl and butter crunch.

Unless, of course, you've sworn off the French variety.

For a time, petite sirah was said to be a lesser French variety called durif.