A Definitive Guide to the Middle Loire Valley Wine Regions
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Chinon – A Loire Wine Region
A village built by the Romans, Chinon is famous for its medieval streets and the ruined Château de Chinon, residence of Charles VII and the first meeting place between him and Joan of Arc in 1429. In addition to its historic importance, Chinon is one of the better known wine producing towns of the Loire, its red wine are highly prized because of its unique geolocation, terroir, and microclimate.
Beautiful Upper Loire: The Hidden Treasure of France
Let us head upstream past the town of Nevers into one of the most remote yet beautiful wine regions of France – the Upper Loire. It has some of the most breathtaking landscapes, filled with fascinating history and wonderful discoveries.
Loire Valley: Wine Regions & Brief History
For centuries, the wines of Loire have inspired enthusiasm due to their tender, elegant and vivid qualities. To master this fascinating wine region, let us take a deep dive into everything there is to know about the Jardin de la France.
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10 Red Grape Varieties in the Loire Valley
How is a wine region as emblematically north as the Loire Valley capable of producing serious red wines? Despite its northerly position in the world map of wine, Loire is a mosaic of multiple terroirs and climats that allow red varieties to not only thrive, but to produce wines that highlight each appellation’s remarkable diversity and unique personas.