HOME|BARRE FRERES|THE WINES|THE REGIONS|CONTACT English Français Muscadet Our Muscadet offerting are hand-selected for their exceptional quality. Muscadet wines make delicious aperitifs and pair well with oysters, shrimp or scampi. La Loire, Le Vin "Tous les Vins sont dans notre nature" The Loire Valley is the birthplace of the Renaissance. Vineyards grow between French gardens, sumptuous chateaux and beautiful manor homes. This region is blessed for many reasons, none the least of which is its wine. From West to East, four wine regions emerge; The Pays Nantais, The Anjou, The Touraine and the wines of "Pays du Jardin de la France". Red wines are produced in the Anjou, Saumur-Champigny, Bourgueil, Saint-Nicolas de Bourgueil, Chinon, Touraine and Sancerre appellations. We also offer two roses from the Cabernet d'Anjou and Rose de Loire appellations. The "terroir" of the Loire Valley offers perfect growing conditions for Cabernet Franc and Gamay. Soil conditions influence the wine's color, creating wines of brilliant purple, ruby and dark red. Wines form the region typically have aromas of red berries and flavours of spice with complex fine tannins. White wine from the Loire Valley come from four primary appellations : Touraine, Quincy, Pouilly-Fumé and Sancerre. Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc are two main varietals. Loire Valley Sauvignon blanc offers a rich, floral wine, with a generous body. The Cabernet Franc offers an incredible balance between flavors and body. Sweet aromas and fruit, such as black currant are often present. Quincy, Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé pair well with lobster, smoke fish and most seafood. To be tested with emotion ! Muscadet White wines Red wines Rosés wines Muscadet wines make delicious aperitifs and pair well with oysters, shrimp or scampi. A simple, easy-drinking wine, Muscadet pairs well with seafood. It has very elegant and refreshing mouth feel that appeals to the novice, as well as the experienced wine connoisseur. White wines can be enjoyed any time, any place and add a wonderfull accent to any meal. Dry or semi-dry, everyone appreciates the freshness, suppleness and finesse of their delicate aromas. Red wines are very versatile, pairing well with most every meal and perfect for any occasion. Light and supple, these wines are from remarkable, full-bodied, rich, Loire fruit. These wines are spicy, with aromas of berries and plums, and they pair well with red meat or game. While Rose can be found throughout the Loire Valley, Anjou is the most famous locale for producing this delicious varietal. Dry or be found on wine lists in some of the best restaurants, and are usually paired with seafood. They are at their peak of flavor when consumed while the wine is young. Home Search Newsletter Contact Created by Soluxa