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.
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Thursday, 21 January 2016
Two dates for your Loire Diary: Fêtes des Vins de Bourgueil – 2016 Vitiloire
Two excellent events for your Loire diary and both in the centre of Tours close the main railway station:
Saturday 19th March: 14th Fête des Vins de Bourgueil à Tours
'Venez rencontrer une cinquantaine de vignerons de Bourgueil installés boulevard Heurteloup à Tours pour déguster et découvrir le millésime 2015.
En présence de la Commanderie de la Dive Bouteille de Bourgueil et Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil, et de métiers de bouche qui proposent une restauration sur place, cette quatorzième édition de la fête des vins de Bourgueil à Tours proposera également des animations pour les enfants autour du goût et de la dégustation.'
Further details here.
Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th May: Vitiloire
The biggest outdoor fair for Loire wines with 70 appellations represented and more than 150 producers present. Saturday from 10am to 7pm and Sunday 10am till 6pm. Vitiloire attracts around 35,000 visitors (2015).
More details here.
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