OFFICE DE TOURISME DU GRAND SANCERROIS

History: The Sancerre region invites you to discover Sancerre, a PDO wine produced around Sancerre, located in the Cher department, available in all three colours. These wines, classified since 1936 for whites and since 1959 for reds and rosés, have made the reputation of this wine-growing region. The vineyard extends, on the left bank of the Loire, over approximately 2,770 hectares and 14 communes: Menetou-Râtel, Ménétréol-sous-Sancerre, Bué, Crézancy-en-Sancerre, Montigny, Sainte-Gemme-en-Sancerrois, Sancerre, Chavignol, Saint-Satur, Sury-en-Vaux, Veaugues, Verdigny, Vinon and Thauvenay. The vines have colonized more or less curved slopes, which give the landscapes of Sancerre all their typical character. Be aware that White Sancerre is perfectly suited to Chavignol manure, but also fish, shellfish and crustaceans. Its combination is perfect with warm, slightly spicy starters. Reds and rosés go well with poultry and roasted meats.

Advantages: The winegrowers of Sancerre cultivate the tradition of hospitality. You can therefore visit them and discover the passion of their profession and wine that you can enjoy during a tasting. For a more personalized welcome, contact them before your visit. Several dozen winegrowers open their doors to you (see the list on the website of the tourist office). We have identified three areas more specifically engaged in a wine tourism approach:

Vincent Grall Estate

Vincent and Adelaide Grall offer you an original discovery of their vineyard and a free tasting as part of the sale at the property. Their domain is located in Sancerre: www.grall-vigneron-sancerre.com

Domaine Henri Bourgeois

Located in the heart of the famous village of Chavignol, 2 hours from Paris, Domaine Henri Bourgeois, in association with the hotel-restaurant La Côte des Monts Damnés, organizes your stay around wine and gastronomy. In addition to wine tasting, a full tour of the estate can be organised by appointment, as well as a tasting of old vintages: www.henribourgeois.com

Vinitour Centre-Loire

Discover the vineyards, people and wines of Vinitour Centre in a friendly atmosphere. The opportunity to deepen your knowledge of the wine environment. Wine tourism tours in the vineyard from 1h30 to one day (from April to October), introduction to wine tasting (all year round): www.vinitour-centreloire.com