Loire Valley
Region in Courtenay, Loiret, France
The Loire Valley, in central France along the Loire River and its tributaries, is distinguished by vineyards, farmland and majestic châteaux. A wine-producing region, it’s known for dry whites such as Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé. The city of Orléans...
Grapes produced: Chenin blanc, Sauvignon blanc, Cabernet franc, Melon de Bourgogne, Gamay, Pinot noir and more
Size of planted vineyards: 185,000 acres (750 km2)
Sub-regions: Anjou, Nantes, Saumur, Touraine, Centre-Val de Loire
Wine produced: Still, sparkling wine, dessert wine, rosé