2 wines “appelation origine controlée” products around Pouilly-sur-Loire, in the department of the Nièvre:
Pouilly-sur-Loire: The surface is 40 hectares mainly Chasselas grape. Its color is pale yellow. Aromas of fresh almonds and hazelnuts. The wine is light and crisp.
Another white wine is produced here but with another grape, Sauvignon Blanc : Pouilly-Fumé. At maturity, the grapes are covered with a gray bloom, smoke color … which gives its name. The term “smoked” also refers to the aromas and bouquet (or “aroma”) recognizable among all (the famous taste of stone to gun that emerges from rubbing two flint).
