In August 2021, Grape Skills founder Cynthia Ribeiro-Richter travelled along the Loire. One true highlight of this study trip: the appellation Touraine-Chenonceaux. But before we return to that, it’s worth taking a step back to the basics – because the Loire is one of France’s most diverse and fascinating wine regions. The Loire – Diversity along France’s Longest River At more than 1,000 kilometres, the Loire is the longest river in France and shapes one of the country’s most