The Loire Colour|Sparkling | Wayward Wines
The Loire

Colour – Sparkling

The Loire Valley is one of the most diverse and expansive regions France. In fact, it spans so far that it’s best thought about as a number of different sub-regions. The vineyards tend to flank the Loire River and its offshoots. Starting from the Atlantic coast in the West, home of Muscadet, through to Anjou, Saumur and Touraine in the middle, all the way to Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, the region as a whole is about 600 miles long. With each sub-region possessing its own microclimate, terroir and history, it’s no surprise that the Loire valley offers a plethora of different wine styles and is home to a real community of natural wine makers. From age-worthy Chenin Blanc, both dry and sweet; flinty, electric Sauvignons; herbaceous Cabernet Franc; classic Crémants and everything in between. Of course, we’re always excited to get our hands on some of the lesser known varieties - aromatic Grolleau Gris; electric Menu Pineau; perfumed Pinot d’Aunis, the list goes on. The wines of the Loire are as enchanting as the picturesque, châteaux-laden region itself. Diverse, exciting, and vibrant - a place very close to our hearts, being the region that we first imported our own wine as Wayward Imports. We encourage you to check out our selection!

Mikaël Bouges
La Bulle 2023

A bit like biting into a crunchy red apple right out of the fridge, the wine is whistle-clean, zippy and fresh. Gentle notes of underripe strawberry, tart bramble berries and a twang of rhubarb lead into savoury bitters in the finish. Find out more.

  • Region Touraine, Loire, France
  • Grapes Côt (Malbec) & Gamay
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
£24.50

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Landron-Chartier
Natürlich 2022

The 2022 vintage was a ripe one, Natürlich manages to be both fresh and juicy. Peachy pink-hued, zippy and thirst quenching. Find out more.

  • Region Nantes, Loire, France
  • Grapes Folle Blanche, Gamay & Pinot Noir
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, minimal additional sulphites
£24.50

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Wayward Christmas Cases
Christmas Crackers

‘Christmas Crackers’ is our intermediate case, featuring bottles to keep back for those special meals and moments. Find out more.

  • Region Various
  • Grapes Various
£150

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Garo'vin
Somnambulles Rosé 2023

Light as a feather pét-nat of Grolleau Noir, bursting with all things fresh pink fruit. Think cranberries, tart strawberries and under-ripe cherries. Find out more.

  • Region Anjou, Loire, France
  • Grapes Grolleau Noir
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
£25.75

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Noëlla Morantin
Marie Rose 2023

Delicate aromas that meld forest berries with stony minerals lead into a fine rush of elegant, needlepoint bubbles. The lean fruits sit in harmony with a gentle creaminess and saline influence from the lees contact and long, coiling acidity. Find out more.

  • Region Touraine, Loire, France
  • Grapes Gamay
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, minimal additional sulphites
£29.50

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Wayward Christmas Cases
Santa's Cellar Selects

For our top case, Santa has dug into his cellar to select some of his favourite festive bottles. Find out more.

  • Region Various
  • Grapes Various
£250

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Le Batossay
Puppet Nat 2023

Pale, dry and delicate, a sparkling wine that pairs tart red berries, citrus and spice to beautiful effect. Find out more.

  • Region Anjou, Loire, France
  • Grapes Grolleau Gris & Cabernet Franc
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, no additional sulphites
£33.50

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Ariane Lesné
Goût à Goutte 'Hop Hop Hop' 2022

Think oily citrus, little tart red fruits and unmistakable peppery Pineau d’Aunis wrapped up in fine pin-prick bubbles and palate cleansing acidity. Find out more.

  • Region Coteaux-du-Vendômois, Loire, France
  • Grapes Pineau d’Aunis
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, minimal additional sulphites
£28.50

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Calvez Bobinet 'Summertime'
Le Ciel est Bleu 2023

Thirst-quenching sparkling rosé that never lasts long once popped open. Aromas of apricot and acacia blossom, a hint of grapefruit and deliciously zingy acidity. Find out more.

  • Region Saumur-Champigny, Loire, France
  • Grapes Chenin Blanc, Grolleau Noir & Grolleau Gris
  • Vineyard Organic
  • Cellar Fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered & unfined, minimal additional sulphites
£29

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