Frequently asked questions

The vineyards of the Loire extend over some 42,000 hectares, covering 14 départements from Vendée to Puy-de-Dôme... making the Loire the 3ᵉ wine-growing region of France!

La Route des Vins de Loire. This 800 km route allows you to visit remarkable estates and the royal castles of the Loire, from Chinon to Chenonceaux... while discovering the wines of the Loire. 

Loire wines can be found in all 4 colors: white, red, rosé and sparkling. The terroirs of Loire wines stretch from Nantes to Clermont-Ferrand. Loire wines are made up of 34 AOPs and the Val de Loire PGI.

The diversity of grape varieties, terroirs and winemaking methods explains this broad palette. Each wine reflects its soil and climate, from crystalline whites to deep reds, luminous rosés and elegant fine bubbles.

White is the dominant colour, thanks to the presence of key grape varieties such as Chenin blanc and Sauvignon blanc, which are perfectly suited to the terroirs of the Loire. The freshness and finesse of these wines make them unmissable in France and around the world.

Absolutely! Loire sparkling wines, whether white or rosé, go equally well with light starters, refined dishes or even fruity desserts. Their elegance and liveliness make them both festive and versatile.

The Loire boasts a wide variety of terroirs and unique climates, allowing each grape variety to fully express its character. This richness gives rise to wines with a wide variety of styles and aromas, offering great diversity.

To recognise a great vintage, you have to rely above all on the weather, particularly at harvest time. From one year to the next, the weather can vary and influence the quality of a given estate's production.