Granted its AOC status in 2009, Saint-Pourçain is located literally in the center of France. While it produces a range of wines, the appellation is best known for its distinctive…
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Appellations OrlĂ©ans/OrlĂ©ans-Cleary Pinot Meunier, better known as one of the trio of grapes used for Champagne, predominates in Orleans. AOC OrlĂ©ans makes fine light-bodied reds and whites, while AOC OrlĂ©ans-Clery…
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  Blessed by both ample sun and proximity to the Atlantic’s breezes, this relatively small appellation produces a wealth of wines: white, rosĂ© and red.    Vineyard Location: The Fiefs…
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Elevated from VDQS to full AOC status in 2011, CĂ´tes d’Auvergne produces a range of white, rosĂ© and red wines that pair well with a great range of cuisines, especially…
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Appellations Cheverny/Cour-Cheverny Located in eastern Touraine, these appellations produce a range of wines from a variety of grapes. Cour-Cheverny is an appellation that exclusively grows the local variety Romorantin.   …
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The Loire Valley is one of seven regions in France approved to produce CrĂ©mant, dry sparkling wines made in the mĂ©thode traditionelle, the historic method used in Champagne. While a…
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