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.

Friday, 26 April 2013

Concours Mondial Sauvignon 2013: a few pics from today's tasting

At the entrance to the Château de Blois – the tasting venue

Part of the Château where the tasting is held

Jean-Pierre Gouvaze: organiser from Interloire

Thomas Costenoble: director of the Concours

Lionel Gosseaume: Touraine Oisly producer in Choussy near Oisly

+ world expert on Meslier Saint François

Dr Jamie Goode (author of the Science of Sauvignon Blanc) flying the flag

Jean-Christophe Bourgeois in background

Trio of photos of the tasting underway

Pierre Chainier tastes while surveying the room

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