Barré Frères à Gorges

In Chinon aswell the wine region can be visited in successive steps.

On the bottom terraces by the river, gravels and sands, with little clay produce supple and fruity wines, adorned with all their qualities from as early as spring.

Higher above are found more clay, less chalk and sand : the wines, while remaining very delicate and flattering take strength and some structure as they are both spring wines and wines for ageing.

At the very top on the plateau, in strong and heavy chalky clay soils grow "les Grands Chinons" whose structure and richness allow them to compete with their "Grand Cousins" from Bordeaux.

These delicate and aromatic wines are recommanded for entrées, pork and poultry meats. They will also accompany fish with more or less success. It is to be noted that due to the structure of its colour Chinon is recommanded for the elaboration of red wine sauces.

The strongest wines will accompany red meats, game and all types of cheese, and more especially the local goat cheeses.