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.

Sunday, 7 June 2015

Excellent meal @Auberge du Mail in Cormery for Martin's pre-80th lunch

In the private room @the Auberge du Mail, Cormery

Last Sunday (31st May) our house group (Les Huîtres Pétillantes) held our annual lunch at the Auberge du Mail in Cormery. We were fortunate enough to have the private room – the same room where we held our first annual meal back in February 1998. This time we had a pre-celebration for Martin's 80th birthday which he will formally celebrate on 13th June.

We all chose the Meni Mozart at 35€, which offered very good value.

Santé! Martin with a glass of sparkling Vouvray

Martin characteristically in full flow

2013 La Raie, Reuilly Claude Lafond

Classy Sauvignon Blanc from Reuilly

Rabbit

2011 Le Vau Jaumier, Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil, Gérard Vallée

Gérard's rich 2011 showing very well now but has potential to age further

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