Touraine Vineyard

Touraine is a highly varied wine-growing region, producing red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. The region's emblematic grape varieties include Chenin blanc, Sauvignon blanc, Cabernet franc and Gamay.

The best-known appellations include Touraine, Vouvray, Chinon, Bourgueil and Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil. Each has its own specific characteristics: Vouvray is famous for its whites, while Chinon and Bourgueil are renowned for their reds.

Touraine wines are often marked by their freshness and fruitiness, with a wide variety depending on the terroir. The reds are generally supple and aromatic, while the whites can be lively and mineral or mellow, depending on the appellation.