The Cabanes de Vignes trail
Brissac Loire Aubance

The Cabanes de Vignes trail

Vineyard
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With family or friends, on foot or by bike, explore the Cabanes de vignes hiking trail to discover
vineyard landscape between the Loire and Aubance rivers. Observe the Etang des Courtilliers, the
vineyard landscapes and vineyard huts (named Les Gerbaudes, La Ségrairie, La Jambe aux
with family or friends, on foot or by bike, explore the Cabanes de vignes hiking trail and discover
vineyard landscape between the Loire and Aubance rivers. Observe the Etang des Courtilliers, the
vineyard landscapes and vineyard huts (named Les Gerbaudes, La Ségrairie, La Jambe aux
Moines...) along the way.

Description

  1. Panoramic view of the Aubance vineyards
    Two appellations d'origine contrôlée are produced locally: Anjou Villages Brissac and Coteaux de l'Aubance. The former is a blend of two grape varieties, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. It has a deep ruby color. On the nose, aromas of red or black fruit are sometimes accompanied by licorice. It has a fine structure and a velvety, fine mouthfeel. The second is a sweet white wine made from botrytized grapes of the single Chenin variety. It has a yellow color with green highlights, evolving to amber as it ages. amber reflections. On the nose, floral and fruity notes (exotic fruit) when young, and honey or candied fruit when mature. The Anjou vineyards are characterized by a soil and subsoil composed of schist, tuffeau, limestone and slate.
  2. Vineyard huts
    These small huts were once used as shelters by winegrowers and as stables for their horses. The vast majority of these buildings have fireplaces. They are solidly built with mortar and tufa stone walls, and are generally crowned with a slate or tile roof.
  • Departure : Parking de l'Aubance
  • Arrival : Parking de l'Aubance
  • Towns crossed : Brissac Loire Aubance and Les Garennes sur Loire

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