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Loire

Along the Loire River, a historic land of royal holiday, local grape varieties have established themselves and asserted themselves allowing the development of wines of character. The proximity of rivers in the "Garden of France" played an important role in the growth of the Loire vineyard, allowing a diversity of soils and the establishment of a major river axis, means of transport for wines. To date, 51 appellations and denominations bring together Nantes, Anjou, Saumurois and Touraine and place the rosé, white and red wines and fine bubbles of the Loire under the same regional banner. 35 other appellations come to complete the range of fruity and aromatic wines of the Loire, that they are rallied to the interprofession of the wines of the Center, or independent such as Bourgueil, Coteaux du Vendômois, etc. The vineyards of the Loire Valley are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its vineyards and castles, but above all for its harmony between the architecture of the cities and the beauty of the countryside. In terms of production, the Loire vineyard ranks third in France and is positioned as a true border between the North and South of the French vineyard, between maturity and delicacy, freshness and aromas. The vintages are marked according to the different maritime influences and the sunshine rates that Loire wines know every year. The richness and diversity of Loire wines can also be explained by the multitude of micro-climates that the region supports, created by the river, and determinants in the vinification of sweet wines such as Coteaux du Layon or Quarter de Chaume. The vineyards of the Loire Valley are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its vineyards and castles, but above all for its harmony between the architecture of the cities and the beauty of the countryside. In terms of production, the Loire vineyard ranks third in France and is positioned as a true border between the North and South of the French vineyard, between maturity and delicacy, freshness and aromas. The vintages are marked according to the different maritime influences and the sunshine rates that Loire wines know every year. The richness and diversity of Loire wines can also be explained by the multitude of micro-climates that the region supports, created by the river, and determinants in the vinification of sweet wines such as Coteaux du Layon or Quarter de Chaume. The vineyards of the Loire Valley are now a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its vineyards and castles, but above all for its harmony between the architecture of the cities and the beauty of the countryside. In terms of production, the Loire vineyard ranks third in France and is positioned as a true border between the North and South of the French vineyard, between maturity and delicacy, freshness and aromas. The vintages are marked according to the different maritime influences and the sunshine rates that Loire wines know every year. The richness and diversity of Loire wines can also be explained by the multitude of micro-climates that the region supports, created by the river, and determinants in the vinification of sweet wines such as Coteaux du Layon or Quarter de Chaume.

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  • Pouilly Fume

    Domaine Masson-Blondelet, "Les Pierres de Pierre" Pouilly Fume 2020

    $28.99
    92 points Wine Enthusiast"Les Pierres de Pierre is a 2-hectare vineyard site consisting of old vines (25 and 55 years old) on flint soil with south-southwest exposure. "Old vines planted on stony soil by Pierre-François Masson have yielded a tight,...
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  • Sancerre Blanc

    Domaine Gerard Fiou, "Le Grand Roc" Sancerre Blanc 2019

    $39.99
    93 points Wine Spectator"Tightly wound and subdued at first, this broods with zesty grapefruit and peach flavors that turn silky on the dense palate, with notes of sweet bay leaf and white pepper. Though supple and round, this is grounded by a firm...
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  • Sancerre Blanc

    Domaine Gerard Fiou, "Terroir Silex" Sancerre Blanc 2021

    $27.99
    92 points Decanter"Light citrus aromas and mouth-filling ripe fruit nicely balanced by its refreshing acidity in its long finish. This promising, charming Sancerre should develop further in bottle. The 34ha Gérard Fiou domaine is based in St-Satur...
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  • Domaine Pierre-Luc Bouchaud,  Perd son Pain Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine 2020

    Domaine Pierre-Luc Bouchaud, Perd son Pain Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine 2020

    $13.99
    2 Stars Hachette Guide"This is a very good ambassador of Muscadet. Finesse, freshness, crunchy substance around fruity and floral notes, a welcome little iodized touch: all the attributes are combined in this easily accessible, easily digestible and...
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  • Touraine Sauvignon Blanc

    Domaine Oudart, “Nez Trefeleuri” Sauvignon Blanc Touraine 2020

    $19.99
    Vinous Reverie NotesFamily farm of 25 acres on the slopes of the Cher valley. The diversity of encepagement as well as the typicity of the terroirs allows them to produce wines that are "fruity and lively" as well as "powerful and complex". All this is...
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  • Cremant de Loire

    Maison Foucher, Cuvee des Roys de Naples Brut Cremant de Loire NV

    $19.99
    Jancis Robinson'Sunflower seeds and spring hedgerows. Dancing freshness. There is real charm here! Vineyard peaches and sweet-smoked quince and kumquat and grapefruit sherbet. This is quite delicate but joyful. Fine acidity. I was not expecting this to...
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  • Savennieres

    Dom du Closel, Les Caillardieres Savennieres 2019

    $51.99
    94 points Vinous"The 2019 Les Caillardières is like a piece of beef cheek that needs softening up in the slow cooker; this is almost chewy. The 2019 is young and needs time in bottle to gain its mellow character. There are masses of concentration...
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  • Brut Saumur

    Bouvet Ladubay, Tresor Brut Saumur 2016

    $20.99
    91 points Falstaff"White gold with silver reflections. Fragrant yellow fruit with a slightly exotic touch of pineapple, some brioche and hints of vanilla. Juicy initial taste, creamy mouthfeel with harmonious acidity, some citrus confit, finely woven...
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  • Jasnieres

    Domaine de Cezin, Jasnieres 2015

    $22.99
    1 Stars Hachette Guide“This domain created in 1925 is a safe bet in the Sarthe wine region. François Fresneau acquired his first parcel of Jasnières in 1975 and, after a flawless run, he has just passed the torch to the fourth...
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  • Saumur-Champigny Rouge

    Domaine de Nerleux, Clos des Chatains Vieilles Vignes Saumur-Champigny 2019

    $19.99
    Vinous Reverie NotesThe domaine is surrounded by history, and two monopole vineyards held by the Neau family for nine generations, coveted sites indeed. Clos des Chatains and Les Loups Noirs are cultivated and harvested by hand, and untouched by anything...
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    Dom FL, La Croix Picot Savennieres 2018

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    92 points James Suckling"What a vibrant dry chenin blanc this is! Captivating nose of citrus blossom and sliced pear. At once ripe and juicy, but so clean and bright, the (13.5%) alcohol barely perceptible in this finely nuanced wine that underplays its...
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  • Montlouis-sur-Loire Chenin Blanc

    Dom Moyer, Origine Demi-Sec Montlouis-sur-Loire 2009

    $17.99
    Vinous Reverie NotesAn old 17th century hunting lodge built for the Duc de Choiseul. Since 1830, it has been a renowned wine estate. Damien Moyer represents the eighth generation at the head of the estate, which covers 9.5 ha. Tasting Notes: The...
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