Loire Valley
Spanning from the Central Vineyards in the east to Nantes in the west, passing through Torraine and Anjou-Samur, the Loire Valley is a vast and varied wine region shaped by the river's influence. The region's diverse terroir is characterized by a continental climate in the east and a maritime climate in the west.
Renowned for its exceptional dry white wines made from Sauvignon Blanc and Chenin Blanc, the Loire Valley offers a captivating selection with crisp acidity, expressive fruit flavours, and mineral notes. Notable white wine appellations in the Loire Valley include Sancerre, Pouilly-Fumé, Vouvray, and Savennières. Leading producers of white wine in the region include Domaine Vacheron, Domaine Huet, and Domaine Didier Dagueneau.
In addition to its white wines, the Loire Valley produces charming red wines made from Cabernet Franc. Ranging from light and fruity to more complex and age-worthy, these red wines are known for their vibrant acidity, subtle tannins, and bright red fruit flavours. Key appellations for red wines in the Loire Valley include Chinon, Bourgueil, and Saumur-Champigny. Notable producers of red wine in the region include Domaine Bernard Baudry, Catherine & Pierre Breton, and Domaine Charles Joguet.
The Loire Valley also produces excellent sweet wines and sparkling wines. Sweet wines are made from Chenin Blanc grapes affected by botrytis, a fungus that concentrates the sugars in the grapes, resulting in luscious sweetness, honeyed flavors, and vibrant acidity. The most famous sweet wine appellations in the Loire Valley include Coteaux du Layon and Quarts de Chaume. Sparkling wines, known as Crémant de Loire, are made using the traditional method and offer excellent value for money with finesse, delicate bubbles, and refreshing character.
Loire Valley
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Loire | 6 | - |
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£295.49 |
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Loire | 6 | - |
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£826.18 |
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Loire | 2 | - |
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£252.29 |
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Discover the exquisite Guiberteau Saumur Rose 2021, an incredibly rare and alluring expression from the Loire Valley. Lavished with praise from critics, this tantalisingly distinctive rosé is the product of winemaker Romain Guiberteau’s mastery, known for his relentless pursuit of purity and precision in his organic vineyard. A vivid expression of 100% Cabernet Franc, vinified in stainless steel to intensify its fresh, vernal flavours. The 2021 vintage shines with its vibrant fruit character, underpinned by delicate mineral and floral notes. It's a testament to Guiberteau's astute sense of terroir in the chalky soils of Brézé. Perfectly poised between esoteric charm and classic refinement, the Guiberteau Saumur Rose 2021 is an indelible wine that speaks of its place of origin with supreme confidence and grace. This is more than a wine; it’s a journey into the heart of the Loire Valley. |
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Loire | 6 | - |
In Bond
£227.00 |
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Loire | 6 | - |
In Bond
£650.00 |
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Loire | 2 | - |
In Bond
£191.00 |
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Discover the exquisite Guiberteau Saumur Rose 2021, an incredibly rare and alluring expression from the Loire Valley. Lavished with praise from critics, this tantalisingly distinctive rosé is the product of winemaker Romain Guiberteau’s mastery, known for his relentless pursuit of purity and precision in his organic vineyard. A vivid expression of 100% Cabernet Franc, vinified in stainless steel to intensify its fresh, vernal flavours. The 2021 vintage shines with its vibrant fruit character, underpinned by delicate mineral and floral notes. It's a testament to Guiberteau's astute sense of terroir in the chalky soils of Brézé. Perfectly poised between esoteric charm and classic refinement, the Guiberteau Saumur Rose 2021 is an indelible wine that speaks of its place of origin with supreme confidence and grace. This is more than a wine; it’s a journey into the heart of the Loire Valley. |