The Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a wine region stretching over 1,000 kilometers along the Loire River, from Auvergne to the Atlantic.
It is a mosaic of terroirs and climates, allowing for a great diversity of wine styles. The Loire is renowned for its white wines, notably from Sauvignon Blanc in Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, and from Chenin Blanc in Vouvray, Savennières, and Anjou, offering freshness, minerality, and complexity.
The region also produces elegant red wines made from Cabernet Franc in appellations such as Chinon, Saumur, and Bourgueil, as well as fine rosés and quality sparkling wines, including Crémant de Loire.
The varied soils (clay-limestone, schist, gravel) and the temperate climate influence the diversity of expressions.
The Loire is distinguished by wines with balanced acidity, suited for gastronomy and aging. Viticulture here is dynamic, with notable growth in organic and biodynamic practices. A region of castles and remarkable landscapes, the Loire embodies the elegance, freshness, and diversity of the French vineyard.
