{"title":"Loire Valley Sale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis month at Taylor's Wine Shop, explore Loire Valley wines with us and at great prices. Take 10% off single bottle purchases and take 15% off purchases of six or more bottles, mix or match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcludes net priced wines. Discount auto applied at checkout on eligible wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bellevue-touraine-gamay","title":"Domaine Bellevue Touraine Gamay","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Domaine Bellevue Touraine Gamay is a fresh and easy-to-drink red wine with lots of fruit flavors that go wonderfully with a simple and relaxed meal. Built on aromas of jammy red and black fruits, the palate is supple, and tannic structure is present but coated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40818471502017,"sku":"","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/domaine-bellevue-2024-touraine-gamay-vin-rouge-d.webp?v=1788461988"},{"product_id":"le-petit-perroy-vouvray","title":"Le Petit Perroy Vouvray","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"product-description\" class=\"description\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"product-description\" class=\"description\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003eThe Le Petit Perroy Vouvray is off-dry in sweetness framed with a freshness of flavors of apricot and stone fruit on the palate. The hint of sweetness is counterbalanced by a tartness of acidity keeping the wine round and fresh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-hook=\"product-description\" class=\"description\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"product-description\" class=\"description\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e750mL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"product-description\" class=\"description\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43041018314973,"sku":"","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/le-petit-perroy-vouvray-wine-taylors-shop-923.jpg?v=1733022986"},{"product_id":"la-berriere-muscadet-coted-de-grandlieu-sur-lie","title":"La Berriere Muscadet Cotes De Grandlieu Sur Lie","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eChâteau La Berrière is steeped in history, set on an ancient estate in the Pays Nantais whose origins date back to the 14th century. Nestled south of Nantes near Lac de Grand Lieu—the largest natural lake in France—the estate benefits from a unique, warmer microclimate that sets it apart from the neighboring Sèvre et Maine subregion. The proximity to the lake allows the Melon de Bourgogne grapes to achieve optimal ripeness while maintaining their essential maritime character. With a deep commitment to expressing this distinct terroir, the estate crafts authentic, high-integrity whites that showcase the true potential of the Côtes de Grandlieu appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe La Berrière Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu Sur Lie opens with crisp, crystalline aromas of green apple, white peach, citrus zest, and delicate spring blossoms misted with a subtle sea-salt tang. Resting extended months on its lees bestows a lovely, supple weight and a rounded, creamy texture across the palate, balancing the wine’s driving, zesty acidity. Flavors of fresh-squeezed lemon and crunchy orchard fruit lead into a long, mineral-driven finish with a signature saline edge. It is a quintessential, razor-sharp coastal white that shines brightest alongside fresh oysters, grilled shellfish, or light summer fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ML\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43784976433373,"sku":"","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/download_62.jpg?v=1747939628"},{"product_id":"le-garenne-pinot-noir","title":"Le Garenne Pinot Noir","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Nights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLet’s enjoy this 100% Pinot Noir that offers you a memorable moment of conviviality. This is a smooth wine with soft tannins cushioned by generous fruits. Its red-cherry acidity gives the lightest stalky edge. Perfect match with barbecued ribs and poultry, roasted salmon or hearty vegetarian entrees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43785018900701,"sku":"","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/I1564-Le-Garenne-PN-fond-blanc-768x1152-1_98d4b36a-f6df-403e-a0cd-7ad9dc1f2cd9.jpg?v=1788643329"},{"product_id":"fournier-vin-de-france-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Fournier Vin de France Sauvignon Blanc","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe Sauvignon Blanc is the ambassador and the main grape variety of the Loire Valley. Domaine Fournier's vineyards are planted on clay and sand soils in the villages of Oisly, Couddes and Thenay in the heart of the Touraine. Their Sauvignon Blanc delivers a great aromatic intensity with a loose fruity palate and a salivating acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44126628217053,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/fournier-vin-de-france-sauvignon-blanc-wine-taylors-shop-105.jpg?v=1733028412"},{"product_id":"domaine-grenaudiere-muscadet-loire-valley-france","title":"Domaine Grenaudiere La Grenouille Muscadet Sevre Et Maine Sur Lie","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eDon't confuse Loire Valley Muscadet with the sweeter style wines made from NC's Muscadine.  The two couldn't be further apart in style.  This bone dry white has aromas of melon, grapefruit, lemon, mineral and floral notes offering up a lovely aromatic experience. The palate is crisp and refreshing with a massive return on the investment as promised by the nose. Great depth of citrus flavors, wet rock and bright apple fruit.   For those your \"R\" month oyster fans, Loire Valley is THE top choice for fresh oysters.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45733154390237,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/domaine-grenaudiere-muscadet-loire-valley-france-wine-taylors-shop-800.jpg?v=1733032973"},{"product_id":"domaine-saint-landor-2017-la-legende-saumur-brut","title":"Domaine Saint Landor 2017 La Legende Saumur Brut","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_cc115dfa0b8dc618-27\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-48 citation-end-48\"\u003eNestled in the heart of the Saumur appellation, Domaine Saint Landor is a family-run estate where the passion for authentic, terroir-driven winemaking is passed from father to son.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-47 citation-end-47\"\u003eCurrently under the stewardship of Thomas and Antoine Georget, who took the reins from their father Jean-François, the domaine embodies a profound respect for the land.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Their commitment to artisanal methods is evident in their long-standing practice of sustainable agriculture,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which has recently culminated in a complete conversion to Organic Agriculture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This dedicated,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e hands-on approach ensures that each bottle is not merely a product of the vineyard,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e but a true expression of their distinct,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e chalky and silty soils and the ancient troglodyte tuffeau cellars where their wines are patiently aged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes: The Essence of 'La Legend'\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Domaine Saint Landor 2017 'La Legend' Saumur Brut is a beautifully crafted example of Loire Valley effervescence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This sparkling wine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e born from the traditional method,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e typically relies on the regional star,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chenin Blanc,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e often complemented by Cabernet Franc to add structure and a delicate rosé hue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On the nose,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e it offers an elegant bouquet of fresh orchard fruits like white peach and green apple,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e overlaid with subtle hints of white flowers,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e honey,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the characteristic brioche and toasted nut notes derived from extended lees aging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The palate is defined by its crisp,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vibrant acidity and a fine,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e persistent mousse,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leading to a complex profile of citrus pith,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stony minerality,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and a gentle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e savory depth that is both racy and harmonious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The finish is long,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e clean,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and invitingly elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46335149441245,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/AFsHLyCcSxqO_SccCg5O6w.jpg?v=1743707169"},{"product_id":"domaine-du-petit-clocher-rose-de-loire","title":"Domaine Du Petit Clocher Rose De Loire","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_headline\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_headline\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA vivid, coral‑pink Rosé de Loire crafted from equal parts Cabernet Franc and Grolleau, the 2025 vintage shows the estate’s hallmark clarity and lift. 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Patient-Cottat is owned by the Fournier \u0026amp; Villebois families, both with roots as deeper than their vines in this region, seem to be related to just about everyone in some way. They've been farming and producing wines in Sancerre for generations. Cultivated on the hills of the Loire Valley, this bright and refreshing Sauvignon Blanc offers soft, subtle mineral notes with hints of melon, elderflower, lime and cantaloupe. Plum, kiwi, and citrus flavors with vibrant acidity, interesting minerality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46353110827229,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/patient-ccaillousb.jpg?v=1744722813"},{"product_id":"jo-landron-amphibolite-muscadet","title":"Jo Landron 2024 \"Amphibolite\" Muscadet Sevre et Maine","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThis Muscadet opens with a pale yellow hue tinged with green, hinting at its youthful energy. On the nose, it reveals spontaneous aromas of white flowers, ripe peach, and lemon, underscored by a distinct saline character. The palate is crisp and elegant, marked by refreshing acidity and a pronounced iodine note that reflects its maritime origins. Flavors of citrus—particularly lime and lemon—intertwine with green apple and subtle vegetal hints like straw and gooseberry. The wine’s texture is clean and linear, with a dense yet balanced structure that carries through to a persistent, salty finish. 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Based in the renowned village of Chavignol, he took over the 10-hectare estate in 1997. His approach is defined by a deep technical understanding of the region's diverse geology, which he refined through formal viticultural studies and practical experience working in California before returning to the Loire Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe estate is unique because the vineyard holdings are meticulously spread across all three of Sancerre's primary soil types. Lesimple manages 35 separate parcels, ensuring that his final blends incorporate the aromatic lift of the \"caillottes\" (stony limestone), the power and structure of the \"terres blanches\" (Kimmeridgian marl), and the distinct gunflint minerality of the \"silex\" (flint). 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The wine opens with a lifted, crystalline nose of wild strawberry, red currant, white cherry, and citrus zest, accented by subtle floral tones and the flinty minerality that marks Vattan’s vineyards in Maimbray. On the palate it is brisk, pure, and elegantly textured, showing delicate red‑berry fruit, hints of peach skin, and a clean, saline edge that stretches the finish. Its tension and precision make it exceptionally food‑friendly, pairing beautifully with goat cheese (especially Crottin de Chavignol), oysters, shrimp, salmon tartare, sushi, grilled vegetables, herb‑roasted chicken, and light Provençal dishes where its acidity and minerality sharpen and elevate the flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor's Wine Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47889004134621,"sku":null,"price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/5318\/files\/dfhrtah.jpg?v=1778091852"},{"product_id":"anthony-girard-la-clef-du-recit-2024-sancerre","title":"Anthony Girard 2024 \"La Clef Du Recit\" Sancerre","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGirard’s La Clef du Récit 2024 Sancerre is a beautifully chiseled, high‑definition expression of Sauvignon Blanc—bright, tensile, and humming with the energy of the vintage. It opens with a rush of lime zest, white grapefruit, and crisp green apple layered over flinty minerality that feels like crushed river stones snapping beneath your feet. As it warms slightly, subtle notes of white peach, lemon verbena, and fresh‑cut herbs emerge, giving the wine both aromatic lift and a sense of purity that’s unmistakably Sancerre.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate it’s razor‑clean and vibrant, driven by mouthwatering acidity that carries citrus, orchard fruit, and a saline edge that seems to echo the chalky soils of Récy. The texture is sleek and linear, but not austere—there’s a gentle mid‑palate roundness that keeps the wine from feeling sharp, allowing the fruit and minerality to glide together in harmony. 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On the palate, it delivers a striking balance of crisp acidity and creamy texture. Succulent raspberry and red cherry flavors drive the mid-palate, framed by a precise line of chalky minerality that keeps the wine lively and dry. 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