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      1. Le Fief du Temple Pinot Noir
        A silky, bright cherry-fruit Pinot Noir from the Bougrier family winery in the Loire
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        Pinot Noir
        £12.99 per bottle
      2. Fisherman's Return
        Refreshing, zippy, citrus-filled white from the shores of the Loire – what a catch!
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        White blend
        £12.99 per bottle
      3. La Folie de Pierre Sauvignon Blanc
        Classic Sauvignon Blanc with crisp, appetising, stony lemon fruit from the cool climate Loire Valley
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £12.99 per bottle
      4. Le Pavillon de Targé
        Rare, mature release red from the Loire's Saumur-Champigny. Silky red fruit, with 4 years' age
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        Cabernet Franc
        £15.99 per bottle
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        Domaine des Buissonnes Pierre à Feu Sancerre
        Fine, crisp and racy-fresh Sancerre from a small family estate and their flinty hillside vineyard
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £26.00 per bottle
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        Domaine des Buissonnes Terre Blanche Sancerre
        Fine, crisp and racy-fresh Sancerre from a small family estate and an appealing ripe vintage
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £25.00 per bottle
      7. Abbesse Sauvignon Blanc
        Brilliant, stony-fresh Sauvignon Blanc from our oldest friends in the Loire, the Bougrier family
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £10.99 per bottle
      8. Château de l'Aulée Crémant de Loire
        Fine, creamy, toasty and citrusy Crémant de Loire from a former Bollinger winemaker
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        Chenin Blanc
        £17.99 per bottle
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        Abbesse Rosé
        Utterly delightful, berry-scented Loire rosé with racy freshness from the esteemed Bougrier family
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        Cabernet Franc-based blend
        £10.99 per bottle
      10. La Nantaise Réserve Muscadet
        For a thoroughly refreshing, elegant classic, choose Muscadet. Brilliantly crisp and top value
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        Melon de Bourgogne
        £12.99 per bottle
      11. Loire Whites Mix
        Gloriously fresh whites from along the Loire Valley
        £131.88 per case
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      12. Les Héritiers  Dubois Vouvray
        The Loire's classic Vouvray, crafted by the Bougrier family. Creamy lemon with bright fruit
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        Chenin Blanc
        £10.99 per bottle
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      13. Domaine Bellevue Touraine Sauvignon Blanc
        Super-crisp Loire Sauvignon that's packed with tangy citrus intensity. Good value, great vintage
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £13.99 per bottle
      14. Equilibrium Chenin Blanc
        Bright, lemony-fresh Chenin Blanc from premium Savennières and Loire Winemaker of the Year 2022
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        Chenin Blanc
        £12.99 per bottle
      15. Kew Gardens Crémant de Loire Rosé Brut
        A new pink fizz, gentle with nature – Loire Crémant with pretty berry fruit and a creamy mousse
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        Cabernet Franc
        £15.19 per bottle
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      16. Domaine de la Chauvinière Muscadet
        From superior Sèvre et Maine vineyards, this is crisp, refreshing Muscadet from Jérémie Huchet
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        Melon de Bourgogne
        £11.99 per bottle
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      17. Les Héritiers Dubois Vouvray
        The Loire's classic Vouvray, crafted by the Bougrier family. Creamy lemon with bright fruit
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        Chenin Blanc
        £14.99 per bottle
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        Réserve Champalou Vouvray
        Supreme purity of fruit and incisice freshness – crisp Vouvray from a highly awarded family estate
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        Chenin Blanc
        £15.99 per bottle
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      19. Domaine des Buissonnes Caillotte Sancerre
        Fine, crisp and linear-fresh Sancerre from a small family estate and prized Caillotte vineyards
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £24.00 per bottle
      20. Manoir des Herbauges Vieilles Vignes Muscadet
        Crisp, green apple, mineral and ocean-fresh Muscadet Cru from a fourth-generation family estate
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        Melon de Bourgogne
        £12.99 per bottle
      21. Les Deux Vallées Savennières
        Exceptional crisp, citrusy white from a top Chenin specialist and its finest Loire appellation
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        Chenin Blanc
        £19.99 per bottle
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        Domaine Gadais Grande Reserve du Moulin
        For purity and freshness, you can't beat top Muscadet – one of the best from a great family domaine
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        Melon de Bourgogne
        £15.99 per bottle
      23. Les Arômes
        A crisp, new-release Loire white from rare Grolleau Gris and a top Muscadet producer
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        Grolleau Gris
        £9.99 per bottle
      24. Le Grand Maré Touraine Sauvignon Blanc
        Classic Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire's Touraine, just west of Sancerre. Super citrusy fresh
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        Sauvignon Blanc
        £14.99 per bottle
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      Wine FAQs

      Discover Loire Valley wines

      Stretching nearly 500 miles along the Loire River, the Loire Valley is one of France’s most famous and respected wine regions. This picture postcard region, home to sprawling vineyards, impressive fruit orchards and regal châteaux, is celebrated for its pristine white wines, notably those from Muscadet grapes and Sancerre.

      But it doesn’t stop there. The Loire Valley also boasts premium Cabernet Franc reds, luscious sweet wines as well as sparkling wines.

      Its four subregions – Pays Nantais, Anjou-Saumur, Touraine and the Central Vineyards – each with a cool climate and wide range of soils, create distinctive, high-quality wines.

      Read our beginner's guide to the Loire Valley Wine Region

      What is the history of winemaking in the Loire Valley?

      The history of winemaking in the Loire Valley stretches back 2,000 years.

      It’s believed that the Romans introduced the first vineyards during the 1st century AD. Fast forward to the 11th century, and the Loire Valley had already carved out a name for itself thanks to the skill of its winemakers and ease of travel along the Loire River.

      Fun fact: King Henry II of England (1154) only allowed the Loire’s Anjou wines to be served at court. A tradition continued by King Henry III.

      Today, the Loire Valley proudly stands shoulder to shoulder with other iconic French wine regions such as Bordeaux and Champagne. In 2000, the Loire Valley between Sully-sur-Loire and Chalonnes-sur-Loire was classed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

      What are the main Loire Valley wine regions?

      The Loire Valley, known as the 'Garden of France', is divided into four distinct wine regions, each producing different styles of wines. These regions are:

      • Pays Nantais: The region closest to the Atlantic coast of Brittany is named after the nearby city of Nantes. The vineyards in this area are best known for Muscadet, a dry, crisp white wine made from the Melon de Bourgogne grape. The wine is typically aged on its lees ("sur lie") to add complexity and creaminess.
      • Anjou-Saumur: Located in the heart of the Loire Valley, Anjou-Saumur is known for its diverse range of wine styles. In Anjou, the emphasis is on Chenin Blanc, producing wines ranging from dry to sweet, as well as rosé wines. Saumur is renowned for its high-quality sparkling wines, Crémant de Loire, and red wines predominantly made from Cabernet Franc. You might have heard of the region’s famous appellations such as Savennières (known for dry white wines) and Coteaux du Layon (known for sweet white wines).
      • Touraine: This region, named after the city of Tours, is best known for its aromatic Sauvignon Blanc wines, as well as red wines from Chinon and Bourgueil, made from Cabernet Franc. Vouvray, an amazingly versatile wine that can be dry, sweet, or sparkling, is also produced here from Chenin Blanc.
      • Central Vineyards: Despite its name, the Central Vineyards are actually located in the easternmost part of the Loire Valley. This region includes the famous appellations of Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, which produce some of the world's most celebrated Sauvignon Blanc wines, known for their minerality and bright acidity.

      Which grape varieties grow in the Loire Valley?

      Both red and white grape varieties are grown in the Loire Valley. Some of the key varieties include:

      • Chenin Blanc: Chenin Blanc is a white grape widely planted throughout the Vouvray, Savennières and Anjou appellations. Known as Plant d’Anjou in the Loire Valley, this grape makes wines in various styles, from bone dry to lusciously sweet, with autumnal flavours of baked apples, beeswax and dried flowers. Try with creamy cheeses, roasted poultry or seafood dishes such as scallops.
      • Sauvignon Blanc: This white grape variety makes crisp, mineral white wines with ripe green fruit, grass and blossom flavours. It’s the star of the eastern Loire Valley, especially the Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé appellations. It pairs well with various dishes, such as goat cheese salads, grilled asparagus or fresh oysters.
      • Cabernet Franc: This cool-climate-loving grape produces light-to-medium-bodied red wines with tangy acidity. Also known as Breton and thriving in areas with limestone soil, such as Touraine and Saumur, Loire Valley Cabernet Franc wines are packed with flavours of juicy red fruit, cedar and green herbs. Go for grilled lamb, roasted vegetables or mushroom risotto with a glass of Cabernet Franc.
      • Melon de Bourgogne: Found growing in the western regions of the Loire Valley, Melon de Bourgogne is also known by a more familiar name – Muscadet. This white grape produces bone-dry, acidic wines with citrus flavours – a more subtle option for wine lovers. Fresh seafood, especially oysters, or light salads with vinaigrette are a good choice as a food pairing.
      • Gamay: Originally from the neighbouring Burgundy region, Gamay has deep roots in the Loire Valley. Like Pinot Noir, this red grape variety produced light-to-medium red wines with medium-high acidity and raspberry, blackcurrant and violet flavours. It goes well with charcuterie boards, grilled chicken or berry-based desserts.

      What are the most famous wines from the Loire Valley?

      Producing some of the world's finest red and white wines, the Loire Valley offers something magical for wine lovers. But the best wines are often known by their appellation name, so it can be a bit confusing to know where to start – especially when facing a restaurant wine list – so we’ve put together a quick cheat sheet:

      • Sancerre – known for its exceptional, world-leading Sauvignon Blanc wines.
      • Touraine – another great source of Sauvignon Blanc, especially for value-hunters.
      • Muscadet – makes super lean white wines loved for their slight sea salt tang, thanks to vineyards close to the sea.
      • Anjou rosé – also known as Rosé d’Anjou, these wines are light and super fruity, leaning towards off-dry in style.
      • Savennières – considered to be the best dry Chenin Blanc in the world, this Grand Cru style region is unique in that most vineyards pass from mother to daughter.
      • Coteaux du Layon sweet wines – rich and honeyed dessert wines made from “noble rot” Chenin Blanc grapes.
      • Crémant de Loire – high-quality sparkling wines made using a similar method to Champagne.
      • Saumur sparkling – another elite sparkling wine region of the Loire, again using traditional Champagne methods.
      • Saumur reds – known for beautiful, super-juicy, easy-drinking Cabernet Franc wines that are often good value, too.  

      If you’re looking for where to start exploring the Loire, we’d recommend choosing a bottle from this list.

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