Winemaker Wednesday: Domaine des Fines Caillottes

Tell us about your property (how long it has been in your family, how long you have been...

For Dinner Tonight

Salmon is a light, satisfying seafood option that’s easy to prepare for a weeknight dinner. For a twist on the typical, try this recipe for Moroccan Grilled Salmon from the Food Network.

Of course, what would a meal...

Friday Fact: We do things a little differently

Here in the Loire Valley, we are certainly unique. We are France’s longest and most diverse wine-producing region, producing wines in every style – red, white, rosé; still or sparkling; dry, off-dry or sweet. You name it, we make it.

Many of the varietals made famous by other regions, such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, are secondary varietals in the Loire...

Summer doesn’t mean giving up reds

Sure, it’s hot outside. And, of course, the natural inclination is to reach for a cool, crisp white (which the Loire Valley has its share of!). Yet, warm weather doesn’t have to mean giving up red wine – the Loire has plenty of light-bodied reds that can handle the summer heat.

Distinguishing Sancerre from Pouilly-Fumé

Made from the same grape, Sauvignon Blanc, on opposing banks of the Loire, Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are often compared to one another in style. Yet, although these two neighboring wine regions share much in common, each has established its own characteristic style of wine. If you look closely, you can find a number of differences.

Sancerre is the Centre-Loire’s most...