Described as 'one of the most exciting white wines in France', Muscadet is very much representative of the Atlantic coast on which it is produced - and unsurprisingly pairs beautifully with the exquisite seafood of the Breton coast. Home to a broad variety of soils, which result in a surprisingly diverse range of wines, Muscadet is also typically more affordable than comparable wines from other regions.

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Muscadet Facts

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- Muscadet is made from the melon de Bourgogne grape, which originated in Burgundy in the Middle Ages. 

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- Muscadet's mineral quality is part of the reason it's such a great match for seafood

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- Muscadet is commonly aged 'sur lie' meaning that it is aged on suspended dead yeast particles (lees). This gives a creamy texture and lager-like taste profile.

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Dominant Flavours

Lime, Lemon, Green Apple, Green Pear, Sea Shell

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Crémant de Loire

Crémant de Loire predominantly uses Chenin Blanc grapes, which give the wine wonderful flavours of lemon, quince, pear, honey and chamomile, making it quite different to other sparkling wines. Crémant de Loire is generally considered one of the most approachable sparkling wines, palatable and pleasing.

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Crémant de Loire Facts

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- The Loire Valley is the second largest producer of sparkling wine in France.

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- Crémant's name literally means 'creamy', a reference to the wonderful texture and fine bubbles typical of Crémant de Loire.

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- Crémant is made using the same methode traditionelle as Champagne. Many famous Champagne Houses also make Crémant de Loire

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Dominant Flavours

White fleshed fruits, Lemon Balm, Hazelnuts, Almonds, Vanilla

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Rosé du Val de Loire

The Rosés of the Loire Valley are enormously varied, reflecting the incredible range of climates and terroirs packed into the (relatively) small area the wines are produced in. They range in colour from pale rose to raspberry, with a glimmer or orange, and are generally light, supple, delicate and very refreshing.

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Rosé du Val de Loire Facts

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- Rosés du Val de Loire are generally best enjoyed young, perfectly chilled to 8 degrees.

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- If you've ever wondered what wine to pair with more informal foods, Rosé du Val de Loire is the answer: it's a great match for pizza, salad and barbecue.

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- The pink of Rosé du Val de Loire wine comes from the grape skins being left in with the juice during the fermentation process. It is not, as commonly believed, a mix of red and white wines.

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Dominant Flavours

Strawberries, Raspberries, Redcurrants, Violets, Acid Drops

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Touraine Sauvignon Blanc is very different to other white wines, due to its herbaceous, green flavours. Touraine is a cool-climate Sauvignon Blanc, and is considered one of the best in the world.

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Touraine Sauvignon Blanc Facts

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- The name Sauvignon comes from sauvage, meaning 'wild'. It is at least 500 years old and is the descendent of a rare French grape variety called Savagnin, which originated in the Loire Valley.

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- Many Touraine Sauvignon Blancs are barrel fermented and aged on lees (old yeast), giving a rich, creamy texture. Some are further aged on oak, adding more complex flavours.

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- Franec is the largest producer of Sauvignon Blanc, and most of that production takes place in the Loire Valley.

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Dominant Flavours

Gooseberry, Grass, Kiwi, Lime

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