Loire Valley Wines tasting

There was a tasting of Loire Valley Wines. 

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Loire Valley stretches east-west direction following the Loire River.

Climate in the area near Atlantic ocean is maritime while inland experiences cooler continental climate. This variety of climate together with different soil types produce many styles of wine, like crisp Sauvignon Blanc from cooler Central Vineyards or age-worthy full body Chenin Blanc from Anjou.

Pascal Jolivet Sauvignon Blanc Sancerre 2017

Freshness with creamy texture. Ripe fruit.

Pascal Jolivet Sauvignon Blanc Les Caillottes Sancerre  2016
Melon, lime, herbs like tarragon.

Domaine Leduc Frouin La Seigneurie Anjou 2015
Fresh and ripe tropical fruit.

Chateau Pierre Bise Clos du Grand Beaupreau Savenieres Chenin Blanc 2013
Rich texture with savoriness.

Chateau Pierre Bise Clos de Coulaine Savennieres 2013
DECADENT!

Chateau de la Mulonniere L'Effet Papillon 2013
Decent sweetness of honey and notes of oxidation.

Couly Dutheil Les Chanteaux Chinon
Fresh and ripe fruit and flower.
Delicate flavor lasted to the after taste.
Loire is known for white wine (almost half of the production is white), but this red was great!

Loire Valley is an established wine region but might be lesser recognized being under the shadow of other big names like Bordeaux or Burgundy; however, the broadness of the range of styles makes this region stand out.