A Guide to wines of the Loire Valley
Selected Loire Valley wines
The wine appellation of Touraine-Oisly
Touraine-Oisly
Closer to the river Cher than the Loire, Sauvignon is king here, on the edge of the Royal hunting forests and lakes of the Sologne.
The vineyards of Touraine-Oisly
Location: 10 communes located on the Sologne plain, to the east of Tours and south of the Loire.
Surface Area: 20 hectares / 50 acres
Soil: Typical Solognon glaciated soils of sand over clay with patches of gravel and shell-marl.
Climate: A semi-continental climate without the moderating influence of the Atlantic. Summers may be drier and winters colder than other parts of the Touraine.
Wines of AOC Touraine-Oisly
Annual Production: Approximately 1,550 hl / 41,000 gallons.
Grape Variety: White only: Sauvignon blanc only.
Tasting notes
White Appearance: Pale yellow Nose: Delicate floral scents of acacia and hawthorn followed by citrus (grapefruit and lemon) with fresh mineral notes. Flavours: Lively, fresh and fine, floral and citrus.