Pouilly-sur-Loire
White — avg 87/100 Wine Enthusiast score
87
range 86–88
$19
2
white
Pouilly-sur-Loire — a Loire Valley white appellation. Across 2 expert reviews the average Wine Enthusiast score is 87/100.
Appellation profile
Scores at a glance
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average score | 87/100 |
| Score range | 86–88 |
| Average price | $19 |
| Review count | 2 |
| Color | White |
Dominant varieties
0
Relative standing in the Loire
Rated below the Loire Valley median in aggregated expert tastings — often a value-tier or stylistically atypical appellation.
Tasting notes
Signature flavor descriptors
Across the aggregated expert reviews, the descriptors most frequently associated with this appellation are: green, spice, crisp.
Top-scored wines
| Wine | Producer | Score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fournier Père et Fils 2014 Les Marnes (Pouilly-sur-Loire) | Fournier Père et Fils | 88/100 | $19 |
| Fournier Père et Fils 2012 Les Marnes (Pouilly-sur-Loire) | Fournier Père et Fils | 86/100 | $19 |
Sample expert review
The Chasselas, once the dominant grape of Pouilly-sur-Loire, is now rarely found, losing out to Sauvignon Blanc and Pouilly-Fumé. This wine, fresh and a deliciously light, shows the grape's attractive crisp character. It is young, fruity and ready to drink.
— Wine Enthusiast, on Fournier Père et Fils 2014 Les Marnes (Pouilly-sur-Loire)
Terroir & Heritage
Heritage neighbours
Nearby protected monuments that share the Loire terroir include:
- Eglise de Saint-Michel-de-Chavaignes
- Immeuble de Châteaudun
- Château de Bon-Hôtel de Ligny-le-Ribault
- Église Saint-Martin de Donges
- Vestiges du château de Semblançay
UNESCO cultural landscape
This appellation sits within (or adjacent to) the cultural landscape covered by the Val de Loire UNESCO inscription.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average score of Pouilly-sur-Loire wines?
Pouilly-sur-Loire averages 87/100 across 2 expert reviews on Wine Enthusiast, with a range of 86 to 88.
How much does Pouilly-sur-Loire wine cost?
Average price across reviewed wines is $19. Actual retail prices vary by vintage, producer and distributor.
What type of wine is Pouilly-sur-Loire?
Pouilly-sur-Loire is predominantly a white wine appellation of the Loire Valley.
Data source: Wine Enthusiast expert reviews (data.culture.gouv.fr). Last updated: April 14, 2026.