Jasnières () is an ''

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from the Loire Valley region of

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The area of Jasnières AOC is situated in the Sarthe department of the Loire Valley, and covers of calcareous-clay hillsides, all facing south or south-east. Jasnières wines are dry white wines produced from Chenin blanc grapes. Red wines are made from Pineau d’Aunis and Cabernet Franc.

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