Wines from the Loire Valley
Natural wine from the Loire Valley, organic and biodynamic
From Chenin, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Franc, Pineau d’Anis… No doubt, we are in the Loire Valley, with the famous Alexandre Bain, or Domaine Mosse and Le Clos des Treilles. Sometimes oxidative and saline flavors, but always delicious!
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All About Loire Valley Wines
The Loire Valley Terroir
As Sylvie Augereau said so well: “No one can ignore the Loire!” From Auvergne to the Atlantic, the Loire Valley vineyard is the largest in France, stretching over 1000 km. Each sub-region – Anjou, Saumur, Touraine, Sancerre, Muscadet, etc. – has its own character, grape varieties, and wine styles. This diversity offers an endless source of discoveries, especially in the world of natural wine.
Which Grapes for Loire Wines?
About twenty grape varieties are grown in the region. Whites: Chenin (king in Anjou and Vouvray), Melon de Bourgogne (for Muscadet), Sauvignon Blanc (emblematic in Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé), as well as Chardonnay, Folle Blanche, and Romorantin. Reds: Cabernet Franc, Gamay, Pinot Noir, Côt (Malbec), Pineau d’Aunis, and Grolleau. A rare richness in France, offering unique cuvées.
Wine Styles in the Loire Valley
The Loire is one of the most versatile regions: dry or sweet whites, fruity or structured reds, light rosés, and sparkling wines. Chenin, a chameleon grape, allows both superb dry whites and great sweet wines, including natural sparkling wines. This diversity attracts many natural wine producers seeking lively terroirs to express.
Why the Loire is a Natural Wine Reference
Much of the natural wine movement in France started in the Loire. Since the 1990s, figures such as Nicolas Joly, Thierry Puzelat, and the Mosse brothers have led the way. The temperate climate, soil diversity, and affordable vineyard prices attracted a generation of winemakers eager to work without chemicals, using gentle, additive-free vinifications. The Loire is now a key scene for living wines.
Food Pairings with Loire Natural Wines
Fresh, mineral whites go perfectly with seafood, grilled fish, and goat cheese (a classic with Sauvignon). Light reds like Gamay or Pineau d’Aunis pair well with charcuterie, roasted poultry, or vegetarian dishes. Sweet Chenin matches blue cheese or yellow fruit desserts.
Natural Wine Estates to Watch in the Loire
The Loire is full of young talents and estates committed to living, artisanal viticulture. Notable producers include Alexandre Bain in Pouilly-Fumé, with pure, intense whites challenging the appellation norms; Domaine de Montaillant, offering fresh, honest cuvées from less explored terroirs; and Robin Carette, with straight, vibrant wines representing the new generation of Loire winemakers combining rigor, respect for nature, and pleasure in drinking. Three different profiles united by the philosophy of characterful natural wine.
