Domaine de l’Ecu

About Domaine de l’Ecu

Organic, Biodynamic, Passion, and Audacity describe the World-Class wines Fred and Claire Niger are creating at Domaine de l’Ecu. While most famous for Muscadet’s, the winery makes amazing wines of several varietals. Long a pioneer in Organic viticulture (well before it was popular), Domaine de l’Ecu has been Certified Organic since 1975 and Biodynamic since 1998 (Demeter and 2014 BioDyvin), on all 74 acres in production. The winery has renounced all artificial winemaking techniques to preserve the link between the wines, their terroir, and the unique characteristics of each new vintage. Wines are made without fuss, makeup, or anything else! Domaine de l’Ecu wines are present on the wine lists of the world’s most respected restaurants. You will find them in many terrific restaurants run by chefs who seek wines and produce that represent terroir and quality.

Domaine de l’Ecu uses more than 100 amphoras to make their wines. Suffice it to say that this way of winemaking is a choice, a passion, and far from just a popular fad. By amphora, we mean every vessel made exclusively out of clay or sandstone. The term “amphora” thus regroups terracotta winemaking vessels of all shapes, sizes, and origins referred to as “Dolias,” “Tinajas,” “Qvevris,” or sometimes simply “Jarres.” Winemaking using amphora is a more expensive vessel and the results are well worth the effort.

Why We Love Domaine de l’Ecu

While most famous for the World’s best Muscadet wines, we love all the wines that Fred and Claire Niger make. With varietals such as Folle Blanche, Gamay, Pinot Noir, Niellucio, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah; Domaine de L’Ecu produces unique wines made with the utmost care and passion. We can’t get enough!