The Wine Profile

1 What is the Loire Valley in France famous for beyond its wine?

A Alpine ski resorts and mountain landscapes B Medieval port towns along the Atlantic coast C Castles and Renaissance heritage from the 1500s D Roman amphitheatres and ancient ruins

2 What is the Loire Valley named after?

A A historic king who once ruled France B A river that flows through the region C A city that serves as the region's administrative center D A mountain range along the region's southern border

3 Which Loire château is famous for its connection to Leonardo da Vinci, who spent his final years there?

A Château de Chenonceau B Château de Chambord C Château de Versailles D Château du Clos Lucé in Amboise

4 Which food is a classic pairing with wines from the Loire Valley?

A Aged cheddar from England B Parmesan cheese from Italy C Goat cheese from the region D Melted gruyère from Switzerland

5 What type of food is most associated with Pays Nantais, the Loire's coastal sub-region?

A Atlantic seafood and fish from the ocean B Goat cheese and inland charcuterie C Game and hearty meat stews D Truffle and rich mushroom dishes

6 How do visitors most commonly experience wine tourism in the Loire Valley?

A By accessing exclusive château wine cellars with high entry fees B By visiting many small producers who welcome guests directly on the estate C By booking tastings through the region's single official tourist office D By visiting large wine cooperatives that offer scheduled group tours