Loire valley is a paradise for oenophiles

Best Insider Wine Bars along the Loire River

Leona De Pasquale, 20.05.2022

Taking a trip to France's famed Loire region and keen to know where the locals hang out? We've got the inside word on some of their favourite vinophile haunts.

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The Pays Nantais is the westernmost sub-region of the Loire Valley . Close to the Atlantic Ocean, it is most famous for its Muscadet white wine made with Melon de Bourgogne grapes that the locals typically pair with seafood platters. But the red wines are also exciting. Wine lovers should look out for wines from the Coteaux d’Ancenis appellation, where delicious red or rosé wines are made from Gamay. Or try a local favourite, the semi-sweet white wine, Malvoisie (Pinot Gris).

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