Pouilly-sur-Loire AOC
Pouilly-sur-Loire is an Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée (AOC) for white wine in the Loire Valley region of France. It is specifically produced around Pouilly-sur-Loire in the Nièvre department and was awarded AOC status by a decree issued on 31 July 1937
| Wine region | |
| Type | AOC |
|---|---|
| Year established | 1937 |
| Country |  France |
| Total area | 60 ha |
| Grapes produced | Chasselas |
Geography
The vineyards cover 60 hectares (150 acres) on the right bank of the Loire, opposite the Sancerre vineyards.
The appellation's area covers the communes of Garchy, Mesves-sur-Loire, Pouilly-sur-Loire, Saint-Andelain, Saint-Laurent-l'Abbaye, Saint-Martin-sur-Nohain and Tracy-sur-Loire in the Nièvre department.
Description
Pouilly-sur-Loire is mainly produced from Chasselas grapes, with Sauvignon Blanc as a supplementary variety. (Its more famous neighbours Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé are made from Sauvignon Blanc only.)
It is a pale yellow in colour. The wine is light and lively.
References
Further reading
- Colette Hanicotte: Vins et vignobles de France. Éditions Larousse, Paris 1997 - 2001.