2022 Domaine Bretaudeau Muscadet Gabbro "Clos des Bouquinardières", Loire Valley, FranceABOUT THIS WINE Sourced from the single vineyard "Clos des Bouquinardire," this wine is crafted from old vine Melon de Bourgogne planted on gabbro soilsa volcanic rock that imparts distinctive minerality and depth. The wine is fermented and aged on lees in a combination of amphorae and stainless steel, enhancing its texture and complexity while preserving its freshness. The 2022 vintage highlights the balance between richness and tension, making it an

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their wines are icons of the region

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with 100+ year old vines in the lieux-dits of Le Fond du Bateau

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The wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barriques (30% new) followed by 18 months of bottle refinement

These vineyards also benefit from refreshing air streams sliding from the summits

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this wine has been aged in 80-year-old barrels for an average time of 20 years (solera ageing)