What grapes are grown in Anjou?

What grapes are grown in Anjou?

The two major grape varieties of the Anjou are Chenin blanc, known locally as Pineau de la Loire, which is used for dry, sweet, still and sparkling wine and Cabernet Franc which is used mostly for rosé and still red wines.

What wine is Loire Valley known for?

Sauvignon Blanc
Home to the most recognizable wine region in the Loire Valley–Sancerre,– known for its benchmark Sauvignon Blanc. The Centre-Loire surrounds the exact center point of France! Since this area is geographically closer to the Burgundy wine region (known for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay), you’ll see some overlap here.

Is Madiran in Bordeaux?

Madiran is a small appellation (1,2703 ha in 2008) in south-west France, approx. 2 hours drive south of Bordeaux and nestled towards the foothills of the Pyrenees.

Where does Touraine wine come from?

Loire Valley wine
Touraine is an Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée (AOC) in the Loire Valley wine region in France that produce dry, white wines and red wines rich in tannins.

Which grape is used in the famous Hungarian dessert wine Tokaji Aszú?

Furmint
The most important grape in sweet Tokaji production is Furmint. This is a late-ripening white grape, and is particularly susceptible to botrytis, lending itself well to quality sweet wine. Hárslevelű is also prone to botrytis, and is the next most common variety.

What grape is Jurancon?

Jurançon is a wine region in South West France in the foothills of the Pyrenees, around the commune of Jurançon. It produces a dry white wine and a more sought after sweet white wine. The grape varieties used are Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng and Courbu.

Is Madiran wine good for you?

Wines from the Madiran village were scientifically proven to have the highest possible concentration of antioxidants (procyanidins and resveratrol), compared to any other type of wine in the world.

What’s the sugar level on a savennieres wine?

If a Savennières carries no suggestion of sugar level on the label then it will be Sec, but some producers give their dry wines with between 4 and 7 g/l residual sugar the rather charming label description Sec Tendre.

What are the aromas of savennieres Loire Valley wine?

Aromas of lime blossom, aniseed, grapefruit, pear, honey and quince paste follow, developing white peaches and florals over a base of beeswax and dried fruit. Palate: Succulent and full bodied with a vibrant, fresh finish and a marked edge of minerality.

What to do with a dry savennieres wine?

Dry Savennières is perfect for bringing out the flavors of freshwater fish in white sauce; or try with white pudding with truffles, Coquilles St- Jacques, blanquette of veal, or any other white meat served in a cream-based sauce with mushrooms. At least 5 years, although wines from a good vintage will keep a great deal longer.

How long do savennieres Roche aux Moines wines last?

At least 5 years, although wines from a good vintage will keep a great deal longer. Savennières Roche aux Moines and Coulée de Serrant have excellent cellaring potential.