France most diverse and geographically extensive wine region stretching from Nantes on the Atlantic coast to the heart of the Auvergne. The whites are probably most famous (Sancerre, Muscadet etc) but the reds (Chinon for example) and rosés (especially from Sancerre) really should be tried too. A classic region of wonderful variety.
Loire wines have been making a splash on the wine scene since the first century, AD. Located along the Loire River valley, the valley stretches from the Atlantic east towards Orleans and Pouilly. The main grapes in the area are white grapes, but there is a healthy amount of red grapes as well. The varietals of grapes include Chenin Blanc, Cabernet franc, Sauvignon Blanc, Melon de Bourgogne, Gamay, Tressallier, Ronoantin, and Gros Plant. These are just a few of the dozens available in vineyards.
The main characteristics wine lovers enjoy about Loire wines is the high acidity that leaves a crisp fresh flavour when the wines are young. A few of the wines will lose their flavours until about the 5th year when the flavours re-emerge and become even better than ever. Some will continue to age well for a couple of decades. The wide range of flavours is one reason why Loire wines are among the best made in France. Many vineyards are small and family owned. However, today, many contribute to co-op estate bottling.
The Loire Valley has three distinct areas: the Upper Loire, the Middle Loire, and the Lower Loire. The regions flow down from the highlands to the Atlantic Ocean. The Upper Loire is rich with Sauvignon Blanc wines, while the Middle Loire has more Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. The Lower Loire has a dominant amount of Melon de Bourgogne grape wines. This wide range of grapes shows why this region is has a deserved reputation for its range of flavours.
The main characteristics wine lovers enjoy about Loire wines is the high acidity that leaves a crisp fresh flavour when the wines are young. A few of the wines will lose their flavours until about the 5th year when the flavours re-emerge and become even better than ever. Some will continue to age well for a couple of decades. The wide range of flavours is one reason why Loire wines are among the best made in France. Many vineyards are small and family owned. However, today, many contribute to co-op estate bottling.
The Loire Valley has three distinct areas: the Upper Loire, the Middle Loire, and the Lower Loire. The regions flow down from the highlands to the Atlantic Ocean. The Upper Loire is rich with Sauvignon Blanc wines, while the Middle Loire has more Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. The Lower Loire has a dominant amount of Melon de Bourgogne grape wines. This wide range of grapes shows why this region is has a deserved reputation for its range of flavours.
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