The Wines of Centre-Loire at Wine Paris trade fair 2026
On February 9, 10 and 11, Paris will be the world epicenter of wine for the major professional event of the sector: the Wine Paris trade fair.
During the 3 days of the trade fair, thematic tastings, masterclasses, round tables, and culinary events will be on the program!
Meet us on Centre-Loire Loire wines booth - HALL 7.3 H215
EVERY DAY ON OUR BOOTH
COME TO Discover all Centre-Loire appellations
in our tasting corner!
OUR ANIMATIONS DAY BY DAY
| MONDAY 9 | TUESDAY 10 | WEDNESDAY 11 |
| Terroirs and Typicity | Conviviality and Elegance | Freshness and Expertise |
- OUR ANIMATIONS -
MONDAY 9 FEBRUARY from 11am to 12am: MASTERCLASS - « Centre-Loire Wines & Crottin de Chavignol: A Journey through the Terroirs »
If the Centre-Loire has won over wine lovers around the world, another of its emblematic appellations never fails to captivate food enthusiasts : Crottin de Chavignol PDO.
This small, iconic cheese, crafted in the rolling hills around Sancerre since the 16th century, has long been a perfect companion to the white wines of the Centre-Loire.
This masterclass offers a sensory journey into the heart of the region, led by terroir specialist Leslie Brochot and Laetitia Gaborit, a distinguished MOF cheesemonger. Together, they will guide you through refined pairings from sandy soils to flinty minerality, from vibrant limestone to the delicate richness of clay. Each stage of Crottin de Chavignol’s maturation reveals its own textures and aromas, echoing the character of the Centre-Loire’s terroirs.
A unique opportunity to taste the terroir—in every sense…
👉 Speakers: Leslie BROCHOT, Maitres d'Accords - Laetitia GABORIT, MOF cheesemonger
TUESDAY 10 FEBRUARY from 11.30am to 13pm: MASTERCLASS - « Comme à la Maison: When the Wines of Centre-Loire meet Authentic and Responsible Bistro Cuisine »
Imagine a timeless moment where the generosity of Centre-Loire winemakers meets the creativity of authentic, committed bistro-style cuisine. At our booth, we invite you to enjoy a warm experience inspired by the values that unite the Centre-Loire: sharing, conviviality, and respect for the terroir.
Chef Bastien de Changy, an ambassador of responsible, zero-waste gastronomy, and his friend Alexis Zaouk, a passionate sommelier and winner of France’s Best Young Wine Merchant award, welcome you to their table in a “Just Like Home” spirit. Together, they create simple, sincere, and delicious bites that harmonize with the representative cuvées of the Centre-Loire. Alongside them, Centre-Loire winemakers will share this special moment, telling the stories of their wines, their terroirs,and their craft.
Each pairing tells a story: that of a living vineyard, authentic encounters, and know-how passed down with heart. Come discover how Centre-Loire wines elevate seasonal, generous, and respectful cuisine in an atmosphere that feels… like home.
👉 Speaker: Alexis ZAOUK, Sommelier & winner of France’s Best Young Wine Merchant award - Bastien DE CHANGY, ambassador of responsible, zero-waste gastronomy
WEDNESDAY 11 FEBRUARY from 10.30am to 11.30am: PANEL DISCUSSION AND TASTING - « Vintage Storytelling: Turning Variation into Value »
This roundtable and accompanying tasting will explore the concept of the “vintage effect” in Centre-Loire. Natural variability, shaped by terroir, climate, and winemaking expertise, will be examined to show how each vintage expresses the region’s unique potential. The session will also consider how the notion of vintage contributes to perceptions of rarity and quality, in contrast to the pursuit of year-on-year consistency typical of branded wines.
Two vintages, one cooler, one sunnier, from two Centre-Loire appellations will be tasted. A discussion between local winemakers, François Dal from SICAVAC and Pauline Vicard will provide both technical and strategic insights into the topic.
👉 Speakers: Pauline VICARD, co-founder and executive director of Areni Global - François DAL, head of viticulture at SICAVAC - Anne BURCHETT, Freelance Wine Marketing and Communications Specialist
Complete programme HERE
MASTERCLASS: Hall 4 - ROOM 1
MONDAY 9 FEBRUARY from 6pm to 7pm: MASTERCLASS « Beyond Terroir : How Lieux-Dits Shape Centre-Loire Wines »
This year, the Centre-Loire invites you to look beyond soils and explore the intimate scale of the parcel.
Master of Wine Konstantin Baum, together with Centre-Loire winemakers, will guide you through a masterclass and a tasting that explores how the region’s unique soils, climate, exposition, viticultural practices and winemaker’s signature shape distinct wines from the same region.
Join us for an in-depth and unprecedented look at the Centre-Loire’s mosaic of terroirs !
👉 Speakers: Konstantin BAUM, Master of Wine