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Visiting The Loire's Wineries
Menetou-Salon
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This should not be considered a definitive list of wineries in the Loire Valley, but merely as a starting point. Most wine travelers will proclaim the local "mom-and-pop" operation they discovered in the middle of nowhere as their best wine experience. Always be open to trying a new wine, as flavors and styles vary from vintage to vintage, village to village, and winemaker to winemaker. The comments on the wines that we have provided should therefore be taken with a grain of salt.
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Just west of Sancerre, the wine area of Menetou-Salon produces wines that are very similar in style and quality to those of Sancerre, but usually at a better price. With about 60% of their vineyards are dedicated to Sauvignon Blanc (which tends to be more refreshing as those from Sancerre). The area also grows Pinot Noir that is made into a red and a rosé (these wines have a bit more body and intensity than their Sancerre counterparts and should both consumed while still young)
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One of the largest producers in the region, their white wines are their forte, but only slightly more than their reds and rosés.
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Delicious wines across the spectrum.
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Solid producer, worth visiting if you're in the area.
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Probably the driving force in the region, the Domaine makes fabulous reds, whites, and rosés. Definitely one to visit.
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