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Lorraine Wine Region Guide
Lorraine is a small wine region in north-eastern France, with vineyards in the Côtes de Toul west of Nancy and in the Moselle valley near Metz. It is best known for Gris de Toul, a pale rosé, and light, fresh whites.
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Gris de Toul, a pale rosé from Gamay and Pinot Noir, is the signature wine of the Côtes de Toul AOC
Lorraine is a small wine region in north-eastern France, with vineyards in the Côtes de Toul west of Nancy and in the Moselle valley near Metz. It is best known for Gris de Toul, a pale rosé, and light, fresh whites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lorraine known for in wine?
Lorraine is best known for Gris de Toul, a delicate pale rosé from the Côtes de Toul AOC, as well as light whites and reds from the Moselle AOC.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Lorraine?
Gamay, Pinot Noir and Auxerrois are key in Côtes de Toul, while the Moselle AOC also uses Pinot Gris, Müller-Thurgau and Gewurztraminer.
When is the best time to visit Lorraine for wine tasting?
Late spring to early autumn is ideal, with the harvest usually from mid-September to early October.
How do I get to Lorraine's vineyards?
High-speed TGV trains link Paris to Nancy and Metz in about 1.5 hours. Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport and Luxembourg Airport are the nearest airports.
What are Lorraine's wine appellations?
Lorraine has two AOCs: Côtes de Toul, west of Nancy, and Moselle, along the Moselle valley around Metz.
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