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.

Saturday, 8 October 2016

#2016 Loire harvest: two vendange princesses star in Marchais' family Crémant récolte

Louise and Noémie

(above and below)

Louise

Today in Epeigné-les-Bois the Marchais family held their traditional family Saturday picking of their Cabernet Franc destined for Crémant de Loire. Naturally Louise and Noémie had starring roles.

L'equipe Marchais

L'equipe au travail

James Marchais

Not a big crop but good looking Cabernet

Last year's harvest here on 19th September 2015 – 19 days earlier than 2016.

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