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Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet Classic
Domaine de l'Ecu
France - Loire Valley - Muscadet de Sevre et Maine sur lie

This vintage claims to be "Classic" purely to set itself apart from the tendancy to promote wines whose aromas have their origin neither in the variety of grape nor in the locality...This Muscadet is developed and vinified to be appreciated young "on the fruit". It is crystal clear and the color of yellow straw. Lime, grapefruit, white fruits, pear and apple, salty and citrus notes are generously present on the nose.
The mouth is rich, straight, providing a beautiful acid screen; lime and soft notes of the sea provide a good balance and a great freshness in this Muscadet, superb landmarks which stretch to the end....

Specifications
Appellation
Muscadet de Sevre et Maine sur lie
Wine Type
White
Varietal(s)
100% Melon de Bourgogne
Age of vines
30-35 years
Agricultural Practices
Organic
Certifications
Ecocert
Soil type
siliceous with metamorphic rock subsoil
Vinification
Hand harvested. No pumps, no racking of the must. Pneumatic pressing. 100% natural yeast fermentation. Aged on the lees in underground vats covered with glass tiles for 14 months.
Pairings

This Muscadet would be a good accompaniment to a seafood platter, an oily fish, a white meat or would, of course, be the ideal companion to your aperitif.

Reviews and News

2018 Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet Classic - 90 PTS - WS

2018 Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet Classic - 90 PTS - WS

wine spectator 90 pts"Charming, with a generous profile, exhibiting notes of pear, accented by hints of white pepper and coriander. A salty detail lingers on the persistent, mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2023. 3,000 cases made, 500 cases imported. - AZ"
- Wine Spectator (December 2019), 90 pts

2018 Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet Classic - 90 PTS - WE

2018 Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet Classic - 90 PTS - WE

wine enthusiast 90 pts"From a vineyard that has been biodynamic since 1998, this is a ripe, fruit-driven and pure wine. Its acidity, apple and citrus flavors and touch of minerality give both freshness and good texture. Drink the wine now. - ROGER VOSS"
- Wine Enthusiast (October 2019), 90 pts

Producer Information: Domaine de l'Ecu

Ahead of its time, Le Domaine de l'écu has been certified as an organic agriculturist since 1975 and certified Biodynamic since 1988 (Demeter). They believe that a great wine is ...
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