Holiday Wines
Découvrons ensemble: Val de Loire
Order by Dec 5
Pickup on Dec 12
At Alliance Française, 2026 will commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Sister City bond between Minneapolis and Tours, France. AFMSP will have multiple opportunities for you to discover Tours and learn more about the Loire Valley. As we shift our focus to the Val de Loire in the coming months, discover this beautiful region of France with us through wine!
Bring the Loire to your Holiday Table
In partnership with our friends at Thomas Liquors, Alliance Française has curated a fantastic Loire Valley discovery pack for our Holiday Wine Club fundraiser. Back from a recent trip to the region, Peter Vars has put together two special wine packs that will introduce you to the diversity of vintages coming from the Val de Loire, and provide you with great wines for your holiday tables (including bubbly!).
Wines included in these packs truly represent some of the best estate bottles from the region. There’s something for every occasion included, from sparkling wines to celebrate the new year, to spicy reds that pair well with your take-out order.
Each purchase includes a 20% tax-deductible donation to AFMSP. All proceeds from this ‘mini fundraiser’ support the programs and operations of Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul.
3-Pack $95
Baumard, Carte Turquoise, Crémant de Loire, Brut
An effervescent addition to your holiday brunchDomaine Francis Blanchet, Pouilly Fumé 2023
Supple, creamy but lively with citrus notesDomaine Filliatreau, La Grande Vignolle, Saumur-Champigny, 2023
A complex, lush cabernet franc with juicy and savory notes, to complement winter’s heartier cuisine
6-Pack $182
Includes all 3-pack wines plus…
Château d’Epiré, Savennières 2023
Pairs perfectly with oysters on Christmas Eve, or any seafood dishFrançois Chidaine, Touraine, Gamay 2023
Boisterous dark berry on the nose, this light and lean red is food-friendly with bright acidity.Mary Taylor, Valençay Rouge, Red blend 2022
Gentle flavor and notes of red cherries define this elegant wine that’s perfect for pairing with chèvre and roast chicken.
Merci pour votre soutien !
Allons plus loin !
Don’t miss your opportunity to learn more about these wines and the region in an upcoming “Vins de Loire” mini-session class on December 2nd, or by joining us on the upcoming AFMSP tour of the region in May. Follow the links below to learn more and register before all spots are taken!
Mini Session, Dec 2
Les Vins de Loire
The Vallée de la Loire is home to some of the finest French wineries. Take a trip with Damien and sample this rich cultural heritage and the region’s wines, while discovering famous landmarks like the Châteaux de la Loire. Class in French; Beginner 3 and above. Register Online.
Travel with AFMSP:
Loire Valley & Bordeaux Countryside
(May 20-30, 2026)
Minneapolis has 35 years of sisterhood to celebrate with Tours! Join AFMSP to enjoy these wines in their own region, as we travel to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux countryside to visit vineyards, chateaux, historic sites, and so much more. Trip registration opens in December.
