Jim's Loire

Concentrating mainly but not exclusively on the Loire's vineyards, its vignerons and their wines along with places to eat and stay. Also covers some recently published wine books – not just from Loire. Regional Chair for Loire @Decanter's World Wine Awards since its inception. Winner of the 2009 Wine Blog Trophy (journalist category) Salon des Vins de Loire. I have a large and expanding library of photos, particularly from the Loire – places, producers, vineyards etc. European.

Monday, 6 February 2012

Salon des Vins de Loire 2012: pics from Bergerie, Ogereau, Pierre-Bise tasting

Chilly, snowy scenes at Domaine de la Bergerie: 4.2.12 (above and below)

Old vine Chenin Blanc@La Bergerie: over 100 years old (above and below)

Old vine Chenin: an example of provinage

Vincent Ogereau (above and below)

Claude Papin (Château Pierre-Bise)

Yves Guégniard (Domaine de la Bergerie)

Joëlle Papin@La Table de la Bergerie

Marie-Yannick Guégniard@la Table de la Bergerie

Crémant de Loire rosé: Domaine de la Bergerie

Langoustine with pied de la porc: brilliant dish from David Guitton@La Table de la Bergerie

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