Gourmet products local specialties and wines Indre-Et-Loire

Behind a pretty wooden counter is this good address with tasty fruits and vegetables. The greengrocer Francis Thivault and his wife offer you a nice selection with only one credo: quality, choice and friendliness. And it works! Regulars and tourists alike line up in front of the charming display, rich and colorful with seasonal products and other good jams and tasty fruit juices. The prices are those of the Halles, but the quality and the perfectly ripened fruits and vegetables are there, and that's really nice!

Domaine Pierre Sourdais is a winery specializing in Chinon wines. The estate offers organic wines and is also a member of the "Bienvenue à la Ferme" network. Visitors can discover the estate's wines during tours and tastings. The estate also has an online store where you can purchase the wines of the domaine, with different vintage and packaging options available. Wines on offer include "Les Cornuelles", a Cabernet Franc white, "Le Rosé", a fruity rosé, and "Le Tradition", a wine typical of the Chinon appellation.

Hillsides, Cabernet Franc and eight generations of winemakers! The Gambiers know how to make the most of an almost genetic know-how. Today, Thomas and Denis work this 17-hectare vineyard located in the commune of Ingrandes-de-Touraine in the Bourgueil appellation. The vineyard is renowned for its perfect hillside Bourgueil, vinified in the traditional way, i.e. without new oak, or even in stainless steel vats. Two brothers who know how to work together and produce a wine that is much appreciated by a large number of customers... and awards!

This huge vineyard (1300 ha), which covers a large geographical area (from Restigné to Bourgueil), is planted with Cabernet grapes. The cellar stocks vintages dating back to the 1990s. A special feature of the Cave des Grands Vins de Bourgueil is the production of personalized cuvées from 5 ha upwards. The grapes are then vinified separately and sold with domain names. The online store allows you to buy all these grands crus even if you're not on site. For more information, visit www.esvignoblesedonis.com

Sonzay is a small town in the Loire Valley region. Local attractions include Ferme Kuipers, a family-run ice cream and sorbet farm. The ice creams are made with pasteurized whole milk from their own farm, guaranteeing exceptional quality and freshness. In addition to ice creams, Ferme Kuipers also offers raw-milk "Gouda de Touraine" cheeses and pasteurized-milk stirred yoghurts. A quality family address.

This recently opened supermarket specializes in products from all over the world. From Turkey to India, Vietnam to Reunion Island, you'll find over 5,000 items including rice, pasta, chips, sauces, meats, spices, drinks and cakes. The brand also offers ready-made meals with a taste of other parts of the world, to make your daily life easier. The convenient caterer and foodtruck are open every lunchtime for Call & Collect pick-ups.

When the Domaine des Forges was taken over, everything was completely renovated. And fortunately, because it would have been a shame to see this former stronghold of the castle of Chinon, where Louis XI stayed, disappear. On the cellar side, the Domaine des Forges has some nice surprises in store. The balance of this 2006 is the result of the right proportions between the fruit, the matter and the tannins. Because the volume is measured, the wine seems light and fresh. And if we don't know how to accompany it, we just have to listen to the owners' wise advice. Rental of a room for events.

Near Chinon, Domaine Grosbois extends over 20 hectares in the heart of the Vienne valley. During a one-hour visit or for a one- to three-day exploration, discover biodynamic viticulture and polyculture through the various activities offered by the passionate owners. Nicolas and Sylvain have chosen biodynamic viticulture for their vines and the entire estate, in order to work in harmony with nature. Cuvées of Cabernet Franc and farm products are available via the online boutique.

At the back of the Carrefour Express convenience store on rue Colbert, Sylvain Chable welcomes you to a department worthy of the best butchers in town. Traceability and quality are the watchwords of this craftsman, who in 2019 won first prize in the national Boucherie étal competition (specializing in lamb cuts). Here you'll find the classics: rillettes, rillons, various pâtés, paupiettes, faux-filet and other cuts of beef... The team also features a different cooked dish every day, in addition to the catered dishes on offer.

Gabriel Simon is in love with the landscapes of Touraine, and in particular those of the Bourgueil region where he raises poultry of ancient breeds in the open air, but also rabbits on hay, geese and fattened ducks. He offers whole poultry including the chicken of the vineyards and the Gournay, succulent terrines to be tasted with a glass of wine from a collaboration, foie gras, but also some jams, bread, biscuits... Don't hesitate to order online for a quick delivery.

Here, goat's milk is used to make an ancestral cheese. This cheese is the pride of the region. Many producers will offer you the opportunity to visit their goat farms, then taste and possibly buy their cheese. A rye straw running through the cheese attests to its quality and origin. After removing it, you can read the name of the producer on it. At the Haute Piltière, Raymond de Loof welcomes you. In 2006 he received the gold medal in the regional goat cheese competition!

The Chevallerie vineyard has been a family business for 3 generations, a tradition carried on from father to son by Martial, Jean-Claude and Jean-Charles. 30 hectares of vines planted mainly on sand and gravel soils, producing mainly AOC Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil red and rosé wines, made from the Cabernet Franc grape variety. Integrated viticulture, with wines vinified and aged on site.

Sorigny is a small town in the Indre-et-Loire department. Although the town is not well known for its tourist attractions, it is home to an interesting place for alcohol lovers: Gourmandine Rhumerie. This rumshop offers a wide selection of rums from all over the world.

They offer a selection of fresh fruit and vegetables. Didier L'épicier is a convenient option for Langeais residents looking for fresh, local produce.

Take a nice detour to Italy, on the cobbled streets of Azay-le-Rideau. For more than 10 years, this ice cream shop has been all the rage in this small village and in the surrounding area. Run by Vincent Nuvoloni, an Italian by birth, the store is never empty. Made daily on the spot, the ice creams are based on Touraine milk and the sorbets are without added flavorings or coloring. The choice is hard when you are greedy. Waffles, milkshakes or sweet Italian treats, you will succumb to all these delicacies with an authentic taste. A delightful treat!

La Grange Ô Bocaux is a must-visit grocery store in Truyes for all those who want to consume responsibly. With its zero-waste concept and local, organic products, it's the ideal place to shop while preserving the environment. You'll find a wide choice of bulk products to limit packaging: cereals, seasonal fruit and vegetables, natural cosmetics, coffee and tea. Do-it-yourself workshops are also organized on a regular basis. In short, La Grange Ô Bocaux is a committed grocery store that makes us want to consume better.

The Domaine du Petit Bondieu is a family story. Founded in 1976 by Jean-Marc Pichet, it was taken over in 2012 by his son Thomas. This 27-hectare organic estate planted with Cabernet Franc, produces fruity or deeper Bourgueil wine, thanks to the two terroirs cultivated (sandy soil/clay-limestone soil). Two cuvées of Chinon (Red and White) have also appeared since 2016. This passion for wine and its know-how is shared by Thomas and his team on social networks and live during cellar visits and tastings.

Between Amboise and Blois, Domaine Dutertre is a must for wine lovers and tourists from all over the world. Covering 37 hectares, the estate offers a wide range of wines, from Touraine Amboise to Crémant de Loire. In addition to its winemaking activities, the estate also offers a gîte for those wishing to extend their stay. The rock-cut cellars bear witness to the long history of winegrowing, and house a museum of ancient tools. Domaine Dutertre also takes part in numerous trade fairs and shows in France and abroad to promote its wines.

Silenas are pretty little pink or white wild flowers found on the Beaumont-en-Véron plateau. This is where Domaine Charles Joguet is located. In the cellar, you'll find direct sales of Domaine Charles Joguet wines, as well as a selection of Loire and international wines. The wine bar offers a selection of 16 glasses and bottles to discover over a plate or bruschetta. Wine tourism is also on the agenda, with dinner in a tuffeau cellar and walks in the vineyards: every experience is memorable.

Not far from Amboise Castle, Art Is An Ale Brewing is a new kind of brewery. Katie and Matthieu are the link between France and the United States. This Franco-American couple brews their own American-style craft beers with French raw materials (including malt from the Indre region). 4 beers are produced all year round and several seasonal beers. There is something for everyone! Don't hesitate to stop by, in the restaurant or on the terrace, to share a beer, a board and, on certain evenings, darts or board games.