Many shades of white; the Loire offers palate sensations in a variety of styles for those tired of too much Chardonnay

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France's Loire Valley produces fine white wines and several good red wines. Supplied by the Loire river, the region is home to the most diverse vineyards in the country. The white wines are dry, sparkling and sweet. The red wines are lighter than fuller-bodied wines from warmer areas.

France, Wine and wine making, Wine making, Loire River Valley

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Loire excels in '95

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More than 200 Loire Valley red and white wines are rated on a scale of one to 100, with tasting notes and prices provided. Anjou, Coteaux du Layon, Sancerre, Montlouis, Muscadet and other wines are rated. A 1995 Domaine des Baumard Quarts de Chaume at $35 is rated 98.

Wine, Sauvignon Blanc (Wine), Muscadet (Wine), Chenin Blanc (Wine)

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Chile

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Wines released in 1996 are profiled. They are rated on a scale of one to 100, with tasting notes and prices provided. Chile has been producing some fine reds in recent years, but prices have also gone up. A 1993 Concha y Toro priced at $16 is rated 91.

Cover Story, Pinot Noir (Wine), Merlot (Wine)

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