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Signature grapes
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Producers listed
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Bottles to find
Loupiac is an appellation of Bordeaux, France.
The signature grape is Semillon, backed by Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris.
The ground underneath is clay and limestone.
The climate is maritime/oceanic.
The vineyards themselves read as riverside and slopes.
Sweet white wine is what the region is known for, and in the glass it shows rich and honeyed flavors with balanced acidity.
Names to look for on a shelf: Chateau de Ricaud, Chateau du Cros and Chateau Loupiac Gaudiet.
At the table these bottles work with foie gras, cheese, fruit desserts and chocolate desserts.
Serve at 6 to 8°C.
Keeps for 10 to 20 years.
In the glass.
Sweet white: Rich, Honeyed flavors with balanced acidity.
Grapes planted here.
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Semillon
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Sauvignon Blanc
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Muscadelle
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Sauvignon Gris
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Bordeaux whites
Producers worth knowing.
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Chateau de Ricaud
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Chateau du Cros
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Chateau Loupiac Gaudiet
Bottles to look for.
- Bernard Reglat Clos Champon Segur, Loupiac, France
- Chateau Cornelien, Loupiac, France
- Chateau de Ricaud, Loupiac, France
- Chateau du Chalet, Loupiac, France
- Chateau du Cros 'Fleur de Cros', Loupiac, France
- Chateau du Cros 'La Tradition', Loupiac, France
- Chateau du Cros, Loupiac, France
- Chateau du Grand Plantier, Loupiac, France
At the table.
- foie gras
- cheese
- fruit desserts
- chocolate desserts
Serving and cellaring.
- Serve at 6 to 8°C.
- Keeps for 10 to 20 years.
Nearby regions.
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Bordeaux
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Sauternes
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Cadillac
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Sainte-Croix-du-Mont
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Barsac
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Loupiac: common questions
01.What grapes is Loupiac known for?+
Semillon is the signature grape of Loupiac. Sauvignon Blanc, Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris are also planted here.
02.What kind of wine does Loupiac make?+
Loupiac produces sweet white wine.
03.Where is Loupiac?+
You will find Loupiac in France, where it is an appellation.
04.What food goes with Loupiac wine?+
Try foie gras, cheese, fruit desserts and chocolate desserts.
05.How long does Loupiac wine age?+
Keeps for 10 to 20 years, though it varies by producer and vintage.
More from here: every wine region in France, or the wider Bordeaux guide.