Still young, this wine promises great potential. It has a rich character, full of white fruits that are laced with orange zest and spice. Fresh and crisp while full in the mouth, it will be better in a few months. 92 Points by Wine & Spirits and 91 Points by Wine Enthusiast. WINEMAKER Christophe Gadais APPELLATION Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur Lie GRAPE VARIETAL Melon de Bourgogne TERROIR These 9-acres of “Vieilles Vignes” are rooted in two-mica gneiss soils, the vines are more than 50 years old. VITICULTURE & VINIFICATION Following a cold static settling of 12 hours without selected yeast, only wild …
Fruity and immediately accessible, this is a crisp and delicious wine. It is lively with citrus acidity and bright with a tangy texture. The wine finishes with a salty, mineral aftertaste. 88 Points by Wine Enthusiast. WINEMAKER Christophe Gadais APPELLATION Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur Lie GRAPE VARIETAL 100% Melon de Bourgogne TERROIR The 13-hectare single vineyard of “Domaine de la Tourmaline” is rooted in two-mica gneiss soils. The wines are around 40 years old. VITICULTURE & VINIFICATION Following a cold static settling of 12 Hours, the use of carefully selected yeast allows for a slow fermentation (which lasts 3 weeks 64-68F). Then this …