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.

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Wednesday, 19 March 2014

Côte Roannaise/Côtes de Forez: Good first day in Roannaise

The steeply sloping Boutheran

Early morning in the Côte Roannaise

Had a full day visiting and tasting in the Côte Roannaise on Tuesday and will have another today, so only time to post a few photos from yesterday.

Tasting in the morning of Roannaise and Forez wines

@the Association Viticole Roannaise

Alain Baillon: one of the producers I visited

Ambierle

Yann Palais

Sheep in Yann Palais' vineyards trumping Bourgueil's hens!

Thierry Bonneton in the first parcel of vines he planted

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