Loire, France as a Wine Region
- Loire It's unfortunate that this region is so under appreciated and overlooked - the wines from the Loire Valley are outstanding. They are delicious examples of varietal and soil expression and the wide range of wines is so refreshing. Dry, sweet, sparkling, red, white… all represented here in the Loire. The main white grapes are Chenin Blanc, Muscadet and Sauvignon Blanc. For reds, Cabernet Franc takes center stage but the region also has plantings of Pinot Noir and Gamay. The AC of Cremant de Loire is popular – these are the sparkling wines of the Loire, usually made with Chenin Blanc. Notable Facts As for which grapes you find in which regions… Starting on the Atlantic Coast and moving east - Muscadet hails from the region of the same name, within the larger Nantes district, right on the Atlantic coast. The wines are dry, citrusy and pleasant, but rarely powerful or intensely aromatic. Just inland from Nantes is Anjou-Samur, home to Savennières, an excellent source of dry Chenin Blanc. To the east is Touraine, where you'll find the popular white region of Vouvray - Chenin Blanc shines in Vouvray, which can be dry, off-dry or sweet – the majority of those found in the states are a lovely and food-friendly off-dry. In the same district, Cabernet Franc makes delicious, delicate and elegant reds from Bourguil and Chinon. Finally, in the Upper Loire area, Sancerre and Pouilly Fumé turn out Sauvignon Blancs of razor sharp acidity and minerality.
France as a Wine Country
Capital: Paris
Currency: Euro
When it comes to wine, France is a classic. Classic blends, grapes and styles began in the country and they still remain. Think about it - people ask for a Burgundian style Pinot Noir, they refer to wines as Bordeaux or Rhone blends - Champagne even had to pass a law to stop international wineries from putting their region on the label of all sparkling wine.
The top regions of France are: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Languedoc-Roussillon, Loire, Rhone. And these regions are so diverse! It makes sense that wine regions throughout the world try to emulate their style. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are no longer French varieties, but international varieties. They may not be the leader of cutting edge technology or value-priced wines, but there is no doubt that they are still producing wines of great quality and diversity.
Wineries in Loire
| Winery |
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| Domaine des Baumard Winery in Loire, France |
| Jacky Marteau Winery in Loire, France |
| Charles Joguet Winery in Loire, France |
| Adnams Winery in Loire, France |
| Château de Tracy Winery in Loire, France |
| Domaine Beauséjour Winery in Loire, France |
| Domaine des Forges Winery in Loire, France |
Wines from Loire Region
| Wine | £ |
|---|---|
| 2004 Bourgueil 'Les Racines', Frédéric Mabileau There's nothing lean, mean or green about the Loire Cabernet Francs of Fréd&eac.. | 12.00 |
| Cremant de Loire, Jacky Marteau Jacky Marteau's 'Domaine de la Bergerie' occupies some of Touraine's most .. | 11.00 |
| 2006 Domaine des Forge, Coteaux du Layon The Coteaux du Layon: small, steeply-sloped valleys bordered by the Loire, and slightly le.. | 9.00 |
| 2007 The Adnams Selection Classic Sauvignon, Domaine Beauséjour We chose this as our 'house' Loire Sauvignon for its ripe, rich, racy fruit solid .. | 8.00 |
| 2007 Sancerre Rose 'La Louee', Sylvain Bailly Dynamic Jacques Bailly (heir to a winemaking tradition going back to the 1700s) and wife M.. | 14.00 |
| 2007 Sancerre 'Terroirs', Saint Ursin, Domaine Sylvain Bailly Dynamic Jacques Bailly (heir to a winemaking tradition going back to the 1700s) and wife M.. | 14.00 |
| 2006 Menetou Almost half the wines produced in Menetou-Salon, a tiny central Loire appellation of elega.. | 13.00 |
| 2005 Pouilly Fumé, Château de Tracy We've been taught that the 'smoky, minerally, gunflinty' style defines the win.. | 19.00 |
| 2007 Sancerre, Domaine Vacheron Domaine Vacheron has some of the best vineyards in Sancerre, comprising equal measures of .. | 10.00 |
| 2007 Quincy 'Les Grands Coeurs', Domaine Sylvain Bailly Quincy is a tiny Loire appellation on the left bank of the Cher where dynamic Jacques Bail.. | 11.00 |
| 2007 Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine, Cuvée Prestige If you've a platter of fresh bivalves in your sights, and nothing in the way of wine t.. | 4.00 |
| 2006 Chinon Cuvee Terroirs, Charles Joguet In the 1950s, pioneering non-conformist Loire vigneron Charles Joguet determined that grap.. | 11.00 |
| 2007 Sancerre, Domaine Vacheron Domaine Vacheron has some of the best vineyards in Sancerre, comprising equal measures of .. | 18.00 |
| The Buyer's Choice White Case 2008/9 12 A really exiting mix of white wines including a floral Viognier from th warm south of Fran.. | 95.00 |
| Adnams Classic Sauvignon Gift Box, 1 We chose this as our 'house' Loire Sauvignon for its ripe, rich, racy fruit solid .. | 12.00 |
| 2005 Chaume, Coteaux du Layon, Domaine des Forges One of the vinous delights of the Loire Valley. Like a grand Vouvray, this has quince, lim.. | 9.00 |
| 2007 Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine,'Cuvée Prestige', Serge If you've a platter of fresh bivalves in your sights, and nothing in the way of wine t.. | 7.00 |
| 2008 Quincy 'Les Grands Coeurs', Domaine Sylvain Bailly Quincy is a tiny Loire appellation on the left bank of the Cher where dynamic Jacques Bail.. | 11.00 |
| 2008 Touraine Sauvignon, Paul Buisse Paul Buisse has 15 hectares of vines close by the charming town of Montrichard on the bank.. | 7.00 |
| 2007 Sancerre, Domaine Vacheron Domaine Vacheron has some of the best vineyards in Sancerre, comprising equal measures of .. | 9.00 |
Subregions in Loire
Hotels on map
| Hotel | £ |
|---|---|
| Soleil et jardin A quiet establishment with charm that is located on the square of the village Solaize, .. | 92.00 |
| Citotel Hotel Dauly The Dauly hotel is located in a calm residential district close to cinemas and restaura.. | 70.00 |
| LES CARRES PEGASE The Tourism residence the Carrs Pgase located at the 31, street Chevreul, into full hea.. | 70.00 |
| Hotel Best Western le Longchamp The Best Western Le Longchamp is located in the heart of west Lyon in a residential are.. | 120.00 |
| Hotel Campanile LYon Centre Well situated in the city centre, our newly renovated hotel is air-conditioned, you can.. | 55.00 |
| Auberge de la Brévenne This typical Auberge, with a high quality of food and beverage, will know how to satisf.. | 60.00 |
| Hôtel La Résidence In a quarter that is lulled between both the Saone and Rhone rivers, the Rsidence offer.. | 75.00 |
| Elysee Hotel Welcome to our Hotel!Elysee Hotel offers you an address in the heart of the town centre.. | 64.00 |
| HOTEL DU THEATRE The Hotel du Theatre is charming with its building dating back to the 19th century and .. | 59.00 |
| Hotel Club Marmotel Only five kilometers from the city center of Clermont- Ferrand, the Hotel-Club Marmotel.. | 46.00 |
| Boscolo Grand Hotel Wonderfully situated in the heart of Lyons, the Boscolo Grand Hotel, built towards the .. | 102.00 |
| Hotel roosevelt Le Roosevelt is located in the centre of Lyon, near the Tte dOr park, the Part-Dieu bus.. | 74.00 |
| BEST WESTERN SAPHIR Located in the 9th district, the Tulip Inn Saphir Lyon is only one metro station away o.. | 62.00 |
| Hotel Kyriad Prestige To discover Clermont-Ferrand, the Hotel KYRIAD PRESTIGE is the ideal place to stay in, .. | 69.00 |
| HOTEL KYRIAD CENTRE The Kyriad hotel is located in the city centre of Clermont-ferrand. Ideal for your shop.. | 60.00 |
| KYRIAD AEROPORT The Kyriad Hotel is close to the Airport and only a short drive from Clermont Ferrand c.. | 60.00 |
| ELIOTEL A nice family hotel, a perfect stop over night place, (at 3 minutes of the motorway A72.. | 61.00 |
| Château de Bagnols-Relais & Chateaux Chteau de Bagnols is the finest 5-star deluxe chteau hotel in France, regarded by many .. | 232.00 |
| Le Relais Hotel de Marie Our hotel is located in a true auvergnat village, where the Dore river calmly flows, br.. | 31.00 |
| Nice-Flore Hotel- Logis- de -france A beautiful charming hotel in the very heart of Nice. Everything is considered to ensur.. | 51.00 |
| COMFORT HOTEL Hotel is located near commercial area. Macon city center 8 kilometers. Attractive rates.. | 57.00 |
| auberge des chanoines Imagine! A made inn of old stones, entirely dedicated to your comfort and that of your .. | 47.00 |
| ESCATEL HOTEL Close to the town centre, in a frame of greenery the ESCATEL hotel of modern conception.. | 44.00 |
