The 10 Best Wineries & Vineyards in Loire Valley, Centre-Val de Loire

October 24, 2021 Russell Mellin

Old world villages and storybook chateaux bedeck the Loire, once fought over by Gauls, Romans, Visigoths and even Attila the Hun. Rent bikes and roll through the lush valley, visiting fortresses in Amboise and Angers, UNESCO-designated Chartres Cathedral and the Gothic cathedral in Nantes. Musee Jules Vernes houses replicas of inventions designed by the futuristic author. Pay respects to other former residents: the Romans in Tours, the cave dwellers of Touraine, and the liberator of Orleans, Joan of Arc.
Restaurants in Loire Valley

1. Chateau Gaudrelle

12 quai de la Loire, 37210 Rochecorbon France +33 2 47 25 93 50 [email protected] http://www.chateaugaudrelle.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Chateau Gaudrelle

At Chateau Gaudrelle, we produced Vouvray wine since 1931. You are welcome to visit our cellars (cave) and to enjoy a commented wine tasting. We produce still and sparkling Vouvrays which are now recognised as being amongst the very finest of the appellation.

Reviewed By SteveC218

We cannot say enough about our experience at Chateau Gaudrelle. We contacted Marion and she organized a tour and tasting for our group on VERY short notice, but that was only the first impressive moment. When we arrived at the Chateau Marion greeted us and was one of the friendliest and most knowledgeable people we have ever dealt with (and there have been MANY). Marion made us feel instantly at home as we did the tour of their cave and facility. Marion explained all of the growing and wine making processes in great detail and her love and passion for wine and this Chateau came through in everything she said and did. Our only regrets were we were near the end of our trip and could not have purchased more!!! We would like to thank Marion for a wonderful experience and applaud whoever runs this winery.

2. Domaine de Clos Maurice

18 rue de la Mairie Varrains, Saumur France +33 2 41 38 80 02 http://www.clos-maurice.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 20 reviews

Domaine de Clos Maurice

Reviewed By viasandu - Dragasani, Romania

Michael is a lovely host, with excellent wines. His wine cellar is a must in the region for all those who appreciate real great Loire wines - red, white and sparkling. A unique experience! Thank you Michael!

3. Closerie de Chanteloup - Brasserie d' Amboise

460 route de Saint Martin le Beau Chanteloup, 37400, Amboise France +33 9 65 03 38 31 [email protected] http://closeriedechanteloup.com
Excellent
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Closerie de Chanteloup - Brasserie d' Amboise

4. Domaine Des Champs Fleuris

50 rue des Martyrs, 49730 Turquant France +33 2 41 38 10 92 http://www.braika.fr/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Domaine Des Champs Fleuris

5. La Seigneurie

71 route de Champigny, 49400, Saumur France +33 6 63 01 45 97 [email protected] http://www.laseigneurie.net
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

La Seigneurie

Alban Foucher 3rd generation winemaker, welcomes you in a large wooden storehouse in the heart of the vineyards. Discover all the vintages. Saumur Champigny (red wine) Saumur blanc (withe wine) Cabernet de Saumur (rosé) Coteaux de Saumur (sweet withe wine) Crémant de Loire blanc & rosé (sparkling withe & rose wine) Mousseux blanc & rouge (sparkling withe & red wine) Free tasting.

6. Domaine de l'Abbaye

64 rue de l Ancien Port, 37500, Chinon France +33 2 47 93 35 72 [email protected] http://www.domaine-abbaye.com
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Domaine de l'Abbaye

Loire vallez chinon wineyard, red, white, rose and sparkling wines, nice testing room, small museum and regional products

7. Domaine de La Croix Melier

2 Chemin de Sainte Catherine, 37270 Montlouis-sur-Loire France +33 2 47 45 12 14 [email protected] http://www.lacroixmelier.fr
Excellent
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5.0 based on 10 reviews

Domaine de La Croix Melier

Local wine producer in Montlouis-sur-Loire. Come and visit our 16th century cellar and taste our white wines made with Chenin blanc: sparkling or still, dry, demi-sec or sweet. We are 200 meters away from La Loire a Velo.

8. Cave Touristique des Vignerons de Montlouis

2 Place Abraham Courtemanche, 37270 Montlouis-sur-Loire France +33 2 47 45 18 19 [email protected] http://fairemescourses.fr/montlouis-sur-loire/cave-des-vignerons-de-montlouis-cave-a-vin
Excellent
86%
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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Cave Touristique des Vignerons de Montlouis

Surrounded by the Loire chateaux, the "Cave des Vignerons de Montlouis" is just halfway between Tours and Amboise. Founded in 1969, la Cave brings together independent winegrowers among the best of the Montlouis appellation. In the remarkable setting of this mediaeval cave hewn out of the rock, come and discover the full range of excellent white wines from the Montlouis appellation, all from the Chenin cepage ! Rosé and red wines from the Touraine appellation and organic wines without added sulphite too.

9. Chateau de l'Aulee

Route de Tours, 37190 Azay-le-Rideau France +33 2 47 45 44 24 [email protected] http://www.laulee.com/
Excellent
62%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
4%
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Chateau de l'Aulee

Winerie to be visited: cellar, wine-making, tasting, walk in the vineyard... come and discover who we are. You will taste all colors of Loire Valley: dry white, sweet white, rosé, red and of course our famous sparkling Crémant de Loire and Touraine. Open 10 am - 7 pm, 7/7

10. Caves Louis de Grenelle

20 rue Marceau, 49415, Saumur France +33 2 41 50 23 21 [email protected] http://www.louisdegrenelle.fr/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 259 reviews

Caves Louis de Grenelle

Situated at 12m underground in the centre of Saumur, the Louis de Grenelle wine cellars have been producing, in the purest tradition, Cremant de Loire and Saumur Brut ever since 1859. In this former tufa quarry, you will discover the secrets of traditional wine-producing methods. After the guided tour there will be a commented wine-tasting session. You will also be able to discover wine in a wine-dedicated space.

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