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Appellations
What is the single grape variety in Quincy AOC?
What is the single grape variety in Quincy AOC?
Wine culture
Which Loire wines are made “sur lie”?
Which Loire wines are made “sur lie”?
Varietals
Where does the name “Cabernet Franc” come from?
Where does the name “Cabernet Franc” come from?
Varietals
Why is Chenin called the “king of the Loire Valley”?
Why is Chenin called the “king of the Loire Valley”?
Varietals
What grape variety makes Crémant de Loire sparkle?
What grape variety makes Crémant de Loire sparkle?
Wine culture
What is the main factor that distinguishes a dry wine from a sweet wine in the Loire?
What is the main factor that distinguishes a dry wine from a sweet wine in the Loire?
Varietals
Which grape variety is mainly used for wines from the Coteaux du Layon appellation?
Which grape variety is mainly used for wines from the Coteaux du Layon appellation?
Wine culture
What’s the difference between Crémant de Loire and Champagne?
What’s the difference between Crémant de Loire and Champagne?
Varietals
What are the main aromas of Sauvignon Blanc wines from the Loire?
What are the main aromas of Sauvignon Blanc wines from the Loire?
Wine culture
What role does the Loire River play in regulating the region’s winegrowing climate?
What role does the Loire River play in regulating the region’s winegrowing climate?
Varietals
What are the key flavor characteristics of wines made from Chenin Blanc?
What are the key flavor characteristics of wines made from Chenin Blanc?
Wine in practice
Which iconic cheese pairs perfectly with Sancerre white wine?
Which iconic cheese pairs perfectly with Sancerre white wine?
Appellations
Which appellation is known for its red wines made primarily from Gamay?
Which appellation is known for its red wines made primarily from Gamay?
Wine culture
Which French king helped popularize Loire Valley wines at the royal court?
Which French king helped popularize Loire Valley wines at the royal court?
Wine culture
What are the three most common soil types in the Loire Valley vineyards?
What are the three most common soil types in the Loire Valley vineyards?
Varietals
What is the main grape variety in Anjou red wines?
What is the main grape variety in Anjou red wines?
Varietals
Which grape variety is used to make Saumur Blanc?
Which grape variety is used to make Saumur Blanc?
Appellations
What is the largest appellation in the Loire Valley by vineyard area?
What is the largest appellation in the Loire Valley by vineyard area?
Loire Valley
What are the must-try dishes when visiting the Loire Valley?
What are the must-try dishes when visiting the Loire Valley?
Wine culture
Which Loire Valley wines are the most exported?
Which Loire Valley wines are the most exported?
Loire Valley
Which historic villages offer the best views of the Loire River?
Which historic villages offer the best views of the Loire River?
Wine in practice
How long can you age a Loire Cabernet Franc?
How long can you age a Loire Cabernet Franc?
Appellations
Is Vouvray wine dry or sweet?
Is Vouvray wine dry or sweet?
Appellations
What makes Savennières wines unique?
What makes Savennières wines unique?