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The secrets of Saint-Pourçain

Bordering the Loire Valley, our terroir is located between Vichy and Moulins.

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A singular location

From the Middle Ages onward, Saint-Pourçain wine trading strived thanks to the very special geographical location of its terroir, standing at

the cross-roads of the Loire, Allier and Sioule waterways.

Royal cuvées

From the 13th to the 15th century, Saint-Pourçain wines were highly esteemed by the Royal Court. 

 

They were notably served during the Saumur Fest held by Louis the 9th, also known as Saint Louis.

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Throughout the 14th century, the Papal Court based in Avignon would make very frequent purchases of 

Saint-Pourçain wines.

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From 1341 to 1363 the popes would order between 6,000 and 12,000 laters of Saint-Pourçain wines annually, despite the subsequent transportation costs they had to incur at the time.

The Popes' favorite

Tressallier is a white and rare varietal, especially cultivated to produce Saint-Pourçain wines.

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It can be recognized by its freshness and vivacity 

on the palate.

A unique varietal

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