Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet de Sevre et Maine "Orthogneiss" dry white 2023

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Domaine de l'Ecu Muscadet de Sevre et Maine "Orthogneiss" dry white 2023

Technical Sheet written by the domaine:

Golden white color, crystalline. Subtle and elegant nose with exotic fruits and citrus, notes of white flowers, spices, cumin, dried fruits, roasted almond, mineral and iodized notes. The attack is smooth, the palate is complex and taut with an imposing volume. Impressive and mouthwatering finish with pink grapefruit and almond pit, pronounced saline notes. To be awaited...

Food and wine pairings:

Asian cuisine

Fish curry, Thai white rice, shredded cucumber.

Casserole of small snails.

Sole meunière & crunchy steamed vegetables.

Brittany lobster, Rivesaltes & Cognac reduction, sweet potato purée with star anise.

Breaded scallops with gingerbread.

Flambéed scallops with whisky.

Spiced shrimp, coriander whipped cream.

Chicken colombo.

Grapes: 100% Melon de Bourgogne.

Area: 3 ha.

Age of the vines: 45-55 years.

Terroir: South-East facing slopes. Shallow, granular soil. Subsoil: Orthogneiss.

Production: 35 hl. Soil tillage and scratching, green work.

Vinification and aging: Organic farming since 1975. Biodynamics - Demeter certified since 1998. 100% manual harvest. Reception of grapes by gravity, no use of pumps. Pneumatic pressing. No settling. 100% fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Aging ON LIES in underground concrete tank.

Tasting: Ideal serving temperature, 10° to 11°C. Drink within 10 years.