In this episode, we begin our discussion of Beauty and the Beast. We begin with a golden ale that we imagine might be typical of provincial France accompanied by authentic baguettes. Sipping and crunching, we begin with a discussion of the historic background of the tale and some interesting notes about the production of the animated film. We begin to explore the film's beauty and strengths, transitioning to a Sauvignon Blanc (which is, in fact, a type of green grape distinct from the Cabernet Sauvignon) from the Loire Valley of France as we muse on Belle's impressive poise as she navigates Gaston's pig-headed proposal. This episode concludes with Belle yearning for adventure in the great wide somewhere, just as Phillipe returns, but without Maurice...