2022 Domaine de l'Ecu Classic
Tasting Notes
This “Classic” cuvee is vinified to be appreciated young. It is crystal clear and the color of yellow straw. A great easy drinking Muscadet that pairs with a seafood platter, trout, salmon, white meats, hamachi crudo, oysters, guacamole, and tapas.
Lime, grapefruit, white fruits, pear and apple, salty and citrus notes are generously present on the nose. The mouth is rich and smooth, providing a beautiful acid screen; lime and soft notes of the sea provide a good balance and a great freshness, with a gentle finish.
Origin of stained glass label: Notre Dame au Sablon church – Brussels
About Domaine de l'Ecu
Organic, Biodynamic, Passion, and Audacity describe the World-Class wines Fred and Claire Niger create 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. By amphora, we mean every vessel made exclusively out of clay or sandstone. Amphora is a more expensive vessel and the results are well worth the effort.
Winery: Domaine de l'Ecu
Origin: Loire Valley, France
Vintage: 2022
Wine Type: White Wine - Dry
Variety: 100% Muscadet
Farming: Biodynamic & Organic
Soil: Silica with a subsoil of metamorphic rock
Vineyard: 30-35 year-old vines with hand-picked grapes
Winemaker: Fred Niger
Wine Details
• Alcohol: 12%
• Bottle Size: 750ml
• Bottles Per Case: 12
• 100% natural yeast fermentation
• Aged on the lees in underground vats covered with glass tiles
• Ideal serving temperature between 48ºF and 52ºF
• Drink now or within 3-4 years
• No fining or filtration