Situated around the town of Angers, it’s name is most commonly associated with Rosé. These are based on the Grolleau and Cabernet franc, including the Rosé d'Anjou and the Cabernet d'Anjou. The white wine, Anjou Blanc is made from Chenin blanc while Anjou Rouge is often made from Gamay, yet better examples tend to be Cabernet Franc. Like most of France, the better quality wines (and slightly smaller area) are labeled as Anjou-Villages.
