Auberge de Port Vallières Scott and I loved this charming restaurant outside Tours, emphasizing seafood (sandre, the fish of the Loire) and local wine. Details R.N. 152 Fondettes; 011-33-2-4742-2404.
Les Tonnelles An intimate Michelin one-star outside of Savennières with excellent seafood (the smoked eel is great) and a good wine list. Details 49170 Béhuard; 011-33-2-4172-2150.
L’Escargot An appealing, newish place in Saumur; try the duck confit. Details 30 rue du Maréchal Leclerc; 011-33-2-4151-2088.
Where to Stay
Château de l’Epinay The château wine list is lacking, but the owners are warm and the rooms well appointed, and a good breakfast is included. Details Doubles from $185; chateau-epinay.com.
What to See
Château de Brissac Billed as the tallest château in France (it’s seven stories high), this impressive 15th-century structure is an easy drive from Savennières. Detailschateau-brissac.fr.
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