Although the most famous appellations for Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire Valley are Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé, nearby Menetou-Salon is also home to Sauvignon Blanc, and the wines are often more affordable than their big sisters. As for Muscadet, wines there are made from Melon de Bourgogne. And Savennières and Vouvray are both made from Chenin Blanc.
The affectionate name Australians give to their sweet wines. Ther term is broadly used to cover late-harvest wines as well as Australia’s phenomenal sweet FORTIFIED Muscats, topaques, and fortified tawnies.