Jancis writes The Loire has always been regarded as the source of wines with a French accent that are low in alcohol and high in refreshing acidity. But all this is changing – along with the climate.
Some of the Sauvignon Blancs were so ripe! Some of the Sancerres notched up 14.5% alcohol and the famous ‘minerality’ of some had a bit of a struggle making its presence felt over the lusciousness of the fruit. It always used to...
