Haut-Poitou is an appellation in Loire Valley, France.
Sauvignon Blanc leads the plantings, with Cabernet Franc and Gamay alongside it.
The ground underneath is chalk and clay.
The climate is continental, running high sunshine, maritime and notable rainfall.
Red wine, white wine and rosé wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows fresh and zesty sauvignon blancs, soft, bright and refreshing blends and perfect for warm climates.
At the table these bottles work with grilled seafood, goat cheese salads, bbq chicken and pork dishes.
Serve at 10 to 12°C.
Keeps for 3 to 5 years.
In the glass.
White: Fresh and zesty sauvignon blancs.
Red: Soft.
Rosé: Bright and refreshing blends, Perfect for warm climates.
Grapes planted here.
Bottles to look for.
- Calvet Haut-Poitou Sauvignon Blanc, Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou 'Cuvee Rubis', Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou Cabernet Franc, Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou Cuvee Prestige, Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou Rose, Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou Sauvignon Blanc, Loire, France
- Domaine de Villemont Haut-Poitou Surprise d'Antan, Loire, France
- Domaine La Tour Beaumont Haut-Poitou 'Le Fie Gris' Sauvignon Gris, Loire, France
At the table.
- Grilled seafood
- Goat cheese salads
- BBQ chicken
- Pork dishes
- Spicy Thai cuisine
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 10 to 12°C.
- Keeps for 3 to 5 years.
Haut-Poitou: common questions
01.What grapes is Haut-Poitou known for?+
02.What kind of wine does Haut-Poitou make?+
03.Where is Haut-Poitou?+
04.What food goes with Haut-Poitou wine?+
05.How long does Haut-Poitou wine age?+
More from here: every wine region in France, or the wider Loire Valley guide.