In the words of Edgar Pluchot, president of the AVFR (Association of Winegrowers of Forez and Roannais), “the wind is optimistic, with a slight increase in membership, the maintenance, even the rebirth of the vineyard Loire, without loss of surface area.
And to explain that “domains have come back to life (domaine des 7 plots in Villemontais, dominates Reniteo in Ambierle, new installation in Le Crozet, the northernmost wine-growing part of the department), the activity in Forez is remarkable the share of the ten or so operators…”.
“Saint-Romain Gamay is still gaining notoriety”
He adds: “I am optimistic by nature and I am sure of the will of all, of the technical and human qualities of those who bring our viticulture to life on a daily basis so that our basic grape variety, Gamay Saint-Romain, gains even more in fame. The different events that we plan during the year are our promotional vectors. Here in Roannais, the 30th anniversary of the AOC should be a great moment! »
During the meeting, the 2023 financial report, in deficit, pushed those responsible to change contributions from €1.05 per hectoliter produced to €1.50. Among the upcoming projects, one of the highlights will be the 30th anniversary of the AOC at the Villerest stationery room on April 27, 2024.
“You are essential”
Other events will punctuate the year, such as the Printemps des Vins, the hot air balloons in June, the gourmet stroll between Saint-Haon-le-Vieux and Saint-Haon-le-Châtel, participation in Roanne Tables Ouvertes…
The wines of Forez and Roannais will also be present well beyond the Loire, for example at the Agricultural Show. The intervention of Raymond Vial, president of the Loire Chamber of Agriculture, only confirmed the ambient dynamism: “You have crossed the borders of the Loire thanks to your commitment. In the development of green tourism, you are essential…”.
2024-02-20 16:04:36
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