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 19 August 2010
Langon: recording the floods
Langon: Echelle des Crus de la Garonne
Panel on a building in Langon close to the Garonne showing the record flood levels. The record is held by 6th March 1930 when the river rose 12.3 metres above its normal level (see below).
Looks like 6 March 1930 (bit hard to discern)?
ReplyDeleteGraham. You are quite right it was 1930. I was trying to post before dinner (excellent) so missed at the year – now added.
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