Gourmet products local specialties and wines Touraine

In this superb address at the beginning of rue Courteline, the philosophy is simple: to offer artisanal organic bread. The store gives pride of place to eco-responsible approaches, and you only have to pass in front of the window to quickly get your mouth watering and not resist the urge to enter. The place only opens at the end of the day, perfect for picking up fresh bread on the way home. Breads are available on the stall: special breads, wholemeal breads, but also gluten-free breads... Brioches, pastries and cakes complete the offer.

In this family-run bakery-patisserie, the idea is to help you discover the delicious flavors of organic bread and natural sourdough products. Whether it's walnut country bread, muesli bread, country baguettes or tourtes de meule, come and try out the recipe that suits you best. You won't be indifferent either to the appetizing viennoiseries and pastries, or to the bakery's commitment to fight waste, offering a 5% discount if you bring your own packaging! Don't hesitate to order for your events.

Another cellar is a sort of temple of oenology in Saint-Benoît-la-Forêt. Thierry Truffert shares his passion for wine and also has the mission of finding future wine talents. One can come there to buy wine, to exchange, to participate in gourmet tastings and other more specialized thematic evenings. The place is also a place of training where you can learn wine tasting techniques. Without forgetting the reception of seminars and of those who would like to take advantage of it to settle down in lodging or room within the framework of a oenological stay.

At the head of this organically farmed estate, located on the gravel of the right bank of the Vienne, in the heart of the Chinon appellation, is Frédéric Sigonneau, who returned to Touraine in 2004 after training in Spain. Three years later, he founded his estate on the remains of the family vineyard in Cravant-les-Coteaux. In 2015, Frédéric Sigonneau gave new life to the original 8 ha of the estate. Why the R? Because on this estate, viticulture is practiced in phase with the elements that compose it: soil, water and... air.

Karla from Cafecito has taken on a new challenge with La Brûlerie, right next door to the Coffee Shop. The young woman and her team were already offering good Latin American coffees at Cafecito, but she wanted to go further and went back to Guatemala to train in coffee roasting. It is thus as an expert that she roasts coffees from Latin America. Listening to her, one discovers all the subtleties, and the tasting sessions allow one to appreciate all the varieties. You can enjoy a coffee on the spot, or buy her bags to go.

In Vouvray, Clos de l'Epinay is a winery well worth a visit. Surrounded by vines, this 20-hectare estate produces white wines in the Vouvray Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée. Owner Luc Dumange cultivates only the Chenin grape variety. You can discover the vines that grow inside the walls and taste the estate's wines with the help of his wife, Marie-Claire. Le Clos de l'Epinay also offers bed and breakfast accommodation for those wishing to extend their stay.

For beer lovers, Une Gabare à Husseau offers a wide range of blond, amber and seasonal beers. All are brewed on site with local ingredients: elderflower, honey, wild hops... Valérie, Frédéric and Jérémy will show you their work during a tour of the microbrewery, and enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the skin of a brewer for a day. On the Loire bike route, a place and original products to discover for a change from the region's unmissable wines.

A little more than a century of existence for this shop which is a must for all those who love tea. Tourangeaux discover quality products and the joys of English-style breaks at any time of the day! Delphine welcomes you and tells you about the more than 100 references of teas, herbal teas, fruit waters from all over the world, without forgetting a nice organic range. Without forgetting to advise you. And because the place is pleasant, don't hesitate to sit at one of the two tables, around a delicacy.

Le Carré Rouge has three stores: one in Luynes, one in Chanceaux-sur-Choisille and one in Les Halles de Tours. The address proposes products elaborated in the purest tradition. Tournedos, chicken cutlets, ribeyes, chicken cords, don't miss the award-winning specialties: rillettes de Tours, andouillette à la ficelle, boudins... You will have understood, you will come to the Carré Rouge to fill up with good products, and if you want to simplify your task during the holidays, opt for the menus designed to impress your guests.

Low prices all year, Auchan products, brands, fresh products, colourful communication, and everything, why not, but where we are surprised is that this teaches home services: household, ironing, computer assistance and even home courses… Weird, can we be on all tables at a time? The future will tell us!

The Véron vineyard is one of the oldest in Touraine. It is generally said that this terroir gives the wines of the Chinon appellation more roundness than those of other sectors or neighbouring appellations. In the 16th century, Rabelais already spoke of " this good Bretonwine which does not grow in Breton but in this good country of Véron ". Since its opening in 2004, in the center of Beaumont-sur-Véron, the vast and elegant Maison des Vins du Véron, remarkable with its cellars in the tufa stone with sculpted walls, presents and defends 23 winegrowers of the Véron region who benefit from the AOC Chinon. Here is a perfect address to be well advised and to mix your purchases with a varied composition of bottles, from different producers. More than a simple wine store, this House is a center of animation of the local viticulture and oenotourism with tastings, routes in the vineyards (including the 9 km wine trail marked out at the start of the wine house), exhibitions of old tools, and for groups the possibility of eating. You will find local products on the shelves: saffron, honeys, wine preserves and jams, but also rillettes of Loire fish, some pork specialties, without forgetting the famous "poires tapées". For the real wine lovers, there is also a complete range of accessories dedicated to this beverage. Finally, the house adds a cultural dimension to its activities with evening theaters.

It's not just wine that's popular in the Loire Valley. The La Minute Blonde franchise offers a wide selection of brown, blond, amber and red beers. Both a cellar and a bar, La Minute Blonde allows you to taste on the premises or buy your own bottles. It's also a great place to party, with concerts and other themed evenings on offer all year round. It's particularly lively for St. Patrick's Day and Oktoberfest! And don't forget our beer taps for private events. Here, time flies.

Sébastien Dubourg offers you a selection of home-made charcuterie: foie gras, pâtés en croûte (special mention to the pork, duck, foie gras and caramelized apples), ham puff pastry... But you come especially to discover its rillette de Tours IGP, Gold medal winner at the general agricultural competition in 2020. This craftsman is also a caterer: you will be seduced by the presentation first, and we have no doubt about it, by the taste, then, of his creations: salmon éclairs, meat pie, lobster bisque opera and other cooked dishes. A reference!

A producer's store that groups together 14 associated farms in the department, the Ferme du Mûrier offers you local and seasonal products. You will find meat, cold cuts, fruits and vegetables, cheese, wine and all kinds of groceries. Every day, one of the farmers is present to welcome and advise customers. A new place not to be missed in the vicinity of Tours to buy responsibly, to fill up with healthy products and to value the work of the producers thanks to the direct sale.

Welcome to Chez Miguel, a fishmonger's shop in Les Halles that receives its products daily from the small fishing ports of the Atlantic coast: Ile d'Oléron, Royan and La Rochelle. Fish, shellfish, crustaceans, fish soup, you will find everything you need to concoct a meal with a good taste of the sea. The team is smiling and always ready to give advice on cooking. Eating fish is good for your health, so don't miss this unmissable address where regulars come and go.

A geographer by training and a great travel enthusiast, Julien Paturaud had the opportunity to travel the world by designing hiking tours in Italy or even Croatia. But it is finally in Joué-lès-Tours that he realized another dream: to become a wine merchant. His charming store, ideally located in the city of Joué, offers a wide variety of wines from all the major French wine regions. You will also find a nice range of spirits, champagne and bubbles. Don't hesitate to go and see the place and talk to the owner. For Julien, the important thing is to discover and meet people. A beautiful philosophy.

Doiseau James is a mouth-watering choice for meat and charcuterie lovers. The store favors short supply chains, and its excellent meats are prepared in the traditional way. Beef, pork, poultry, the choice is wide to prepare your favorite recipes. Every week, you'll also find new butchery specialties: black or white pudding, andouillettes, white ham, sausages of all kinds... The butcher is also the proud winner of several awards! So push open the butcher's doors and let yourself be tempted!

A reference place in Tours for lovers of Italian cuisine. You will find everything you need to organize a tasty aperitif with dried tomatoes with tuna, antipasti, fine charcuterie and cheeses. You can also buy a dish to heat up at home: lasagna, pizza, ravioli and rigatoni filled with vegetables. Don't forget the products that go with it all, olive oils and other great vintages of the sun. The products arrive weekly and the producers use only quality raw materials. Delizioso!

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 their 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 tanks. Two brothers who know how to work together and produce a wine that is much appreciated by a large number of customers... and rewarded!

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 its 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.

Brasserie LQR is a microbrewery located in Ferrière-sur-Beaulieu, Touraine. This independent, family-run brewery offers a selection of 100% homemade craft beers. However, beers are also available for takeaway.

Vin'Coeur is a wine shop offering a wide selection of wines. Wine lovers will find quality wines and benefit from the staff's expert advice. The store also offers online purchasing and in-store collection. Customers can therefore take advantage of flexible opening hours to shop or simply discover new wines.

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.