Vinoloire: from vineyard to cellar, follow the guide

Vinoloire A captivating journey to the heart of the Touraine vineyards

Discover the secrets of the Touraine vineyards, where every visit becomes a unique adventure between lush green hillsides and mysterious cellars. From sun-drenched vineyards to underground galleries dug into the tufa rock, let yourself be guided by the passion of Vincent Delaby, your ambassador for the winegrowing treasures of our region, for a captivating immersion in the heart of the finest estates.

Code name for these guided tours of the vineyards

History, terroirs, grape varieties, vineyard work, troglodytic cellars, tasting: with simplicity and good humour, Vincent Delaby reviews all the aspects that make wine a consumer product quite different from any other.

Wine, a passion that’s passed on

To create VinoLoire, Vincent ultimately just had to combine his first two experiences: guiding in Quebec’s national parks, then on his return to France, working in vineyards and cellars for around ten years.

As a wine connoisseur, he has forged close partnerships with numerous wineries in Bourgueil, Azay-le-Rideau, Chinon and Vouvray, catering for both individuals and groups (wine clubs, company seminars, stag parties, etc.). He has the key to many a cellar! 😉

The art of wine tasting in the Loire Valley

Close your eyes and let your senses awaken: the subtle aromas of Loire wines tell a story that goes back thousands of years. In our cellars, your introduction to wine tasting becomes a unique experience where each sip reveals the secrets of the terroir. Learn to decipher the nuances of a Vouvray, appreciate the structure of a Chinon, recognise the signature of a Grand Cru. Alongside winemakers who are passionate about their craft, refine your palate during special appointments at family estates. It’s a great way to share the art of blending, a blend of tradition and innovation.

Immersion in the vineyards of Touraine

Discover the secrets of troglodytic vineyards and cellars

Introduction to the art of tasting

Learn how to enjoy Loire wines

Meetings with passionate winegrowers

Share unique moments at the heart of the estates

Depending on your time, your desires, your budget…

A 2-hour, 4-hour or full-day tour? It’s up to you, but inevitably, we’ll be inclined to suggest you opt for a full day (transport included), for a memorable tour of the Loire winegrowing landscape.

Your journey with VinoLoire can continue, for example, on board a traditional boat or over a picnic in the vineyards, before discovering a new underground nugget: the cellar of Domaine Pierre Sourdais, in Cravant les Coteaux (AOC Chinon), patiently dug out over some thirty years. The work of a lifetime! And yes, there are many stories to be told over a glass of wine. With VinoLoire, there’s no doubt that you’ll enjoy reading a few pages from the great novel of Loire wines.

Meeting our passionate winegrowers

Push open the doors of Touraine’s wine estates, where every encounter becomes a unique story. In Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, let yourself be guided as you discover the Clos des Quarterons, where Agnès and Xavier Amirault work hard to run their vineyard biodynamically. Regenerating the soils, ensuring the good health of the plantations and, ultimately, making living wines: a fine philosophy, which you’ll enjoy tasting.

In the calm of the cellars or as you walk along the rows of vines, listen to these men and women recount their quest for excellence. Their precise gestures and impassioned words take you to the heart of ancestral know-how, where tradition and innovation intertwine to give birth to the great wines of tomorrow.