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94 Pt. Domaine de la Potardière Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie Loire 2021

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Melon de Bourgogne grapes comprise Muscadet Sevre et Maine, dry white wines from the western Loire Valley. Here, five generations of production at Domaine de la Potardiere continue with fresh bottlings, including their youthful 2021 release, matured on the lees for a minimum of six months. Its lively lemon, floral, and mineral accents pair beautifully with raw oysters or sushi, so reserve yours for just $11.99 each!

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Tech Notes Wine Details Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Unit Size750.00 ML
VarietalMelon de Bourgogne
Vintage2021
GrapeMelon de Bourgogne
CountryFrance
AppellationMuscadet Sèvre et Maine
RegionLoire Valley
Alcohol Content12.00%
By Domaine de la Potardiere
Muscadet Sevre et Maine Sur Lie 2021

Technical Details
Grape Variety: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
Alcohol: 12.00%
Acidity: 4.00 g/l
Sugar: 2.00 g/l

Terroir
The highest vineyards that produce this wine are located on a gentle slope, on volcanic rocks called serpentinite. The vines are cultivated with care, with production per hectare at 55 hl. Most vines grow on silty and sandy soil.

Vinification
At low temperatures (between 13 degrees C and 15 degrees C), keeping the aromas of the must. The vinification is tailored to the plot: all the tanks are unique and an expression of the soil, vine age, and winemaker knowledge.

Maturation
Six months minimum on the lees, providing more intense aromas and complexity and improving the mouthfeel.

Tasting notes
Pale gold with green tones. Floral and fruity aromas, generally with mineral notes. Dry yet refreshing, balanced, smooth, and harmonious.

Service
Food Pairings: Oysters, scallops, seafood in general, sushi
Serving Temperature: 10 degrees C.
Domaine de la Potardiere, Muscadet Sevre et Maine sur lie, Loire, France, 2021
Producer: Domaine de la Potardiere
Vintage: 2021
Sub-region: Muscadet Sevre et Maine sur lie
Region: Loire
Country: France
Award: Silver
Score: 94
Colour: White
Style: Still - Dry (below 5 g/L residual sugar)
Bottle Size: 75cl
Closure: Plastic / Synthetic
Alcohol Level: 12.00%
Grape Composition: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
Tasting Notes: Text-book Muscadet: aromatics packed with lemony freshness and menthol. Good intensity and balance on the palate, and a mouth-watering finish.