Magnums of White Wines from the Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is the largest French wine region. It stretches from Nantes to the gates of the Atlantic Ocean and follows the course of the Loire River to the center of France. There are three main grape varieties found there: Melon de Bourgogne around Nantes, Chenin near Anjou and Saumur, and Sauvignon in the central area around Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé.

Although the majority of white wines are dry, the Loire has a strong culture of sparkling wines and sweet whites thanks to Chenin.

Muscadet, long neglected, now produces very interesting, crisp white wines suitable for both aperitifs and seafood pairings. Chenin wines from Anjou offer very fine dry whites capable of competing with good Burgundy wines. The sweet whites remain well-balanced with beautiful acidity that gives them freshness and appeal. Finally, fans of aromatic whites should appreciate the Sauvignons from Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, which produce dry whites with aromas of fresh herbs, lemon, or grapefruit.