Loire Valley Wine

The Loire Valley stretches along its namesake river through central France, and its cool climate and diverse soils support a wider range of styles than almost any other French region. Sauvignon Blanc reaches one of its most classic expressions here around Sancerre, while Chenin Blanc dominates further west in villages like Vouvray, capable of everything from bone-dry to lusciously sweet. The region also produces some of France's best-value sparkling wine under the Cremant de Loire label, along with light, food-friendly reds from Cabernet Franc. If Chenin Blanc specifically is what interests you, Chenin Blanc covers examples from beyond the Loire too. For Sauvignon Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc is worth a look, and French Wine covers everything else on offer.