Winery Gilles BonnefoyGamay's Mi-Noir Mi-Bouze

The wine region of Urfe

Loire IGP in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (granite and volcanic soils, semi-continental with Mediterranean influences): Gamay is the signature red, notably Gamay Saint-Romain with white juice selected for centuries — fruity and supple with red fruit and spice notes. Pinot Noir and Syrah as red complements. Chardonnay, Marsanne, Viognier and Pinot Gris for fresh, aromatic whites with white fruits and flowers, floral and citrus notes.

The wine region of Val de Loire

France's most diverse vineyard, 800 km along the Loire (~48,300 ha). Flagship whites: lively, mineral Sauvignon from Sancerre-Pouilly (citrus, boxwood, gunflint), Loire Chenin from vibrant dry to noble sweet wines (quince, honey, taut acidity), Melon de Bourgogne of saline Muscadet on lees. Cabernet Franc reds (Chinon, Bourgueil, Saumur-Champigny): raspberry, bell pepper, graphite, silky tannins. Sparkling Cremants with brioche-apple notes.