Huddled at the top of a steep, round hill with the vineyards below, SANCERRE could almost be in Tuscany. The village trades heavily on its famous wines – there are endless caves offering tastings – rather than any particular sights or attractions, but it's certainly picturesque and the rolling hills of the Sancerrois, to the northwest, make an attractive venue for walks and cycle rides. Wine outlets in the village itself tend to belong to the most famous names, with mark-ups to match, but the friendly, informative Aronde Sancerroise , at 4 rue de la Tour, just off the central Nouvelle Place (tel … more »