Domaine de l’ecu
One of the pioneering forces of organic and biodynamic viticulture in the Loire. Domaine de L’Ecu has been certified organic since the early 70’s, with biodynamic conversion following in the 90’s. Fifth-generation vigneron Guy Bossard has since been succeeded by Fred Niger, who shares Bossard’s passion for biodynamics. At L’Ecu, Muscadet is wildly expressive, terroir-driven and age-worthy.
VDF Blanc ‘classic’
This cuvée is labeled "Classic" solely to distinguish itself from a trend promoting wines whose aromas originate neither from the grape variety nor the terroir. This wine is crafted and vinified to be enjoyed in its youth, "for its fruitiness." It has a crystalline, straw-yellow color. The nose blends smoky notes with hints of citrus and white flowers, and delicate notes of beeswax polish. The palate is full-bodied, with a beautiful volume, but also a tension and freshness
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2023
STYLE: white
GRAPE: Melon de bourgogne
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
CASE SIZE: 6
VDF Blanc ‘orthogneiss’
Crystal-clear, pale gold in color. The nose is subtle and elegant, with aromas of exotic fruits and citrus, along with notes of white flowers, spices, cumin, dried fruit, toasted almond, and mineral and iodine notes. Whole bunch fermentation, with native yeasts in underground cement tanks.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2022
STYLE: white
GRAPE: Melon de bourgogne
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12%
CASE SIZE: 6
VDF Blanc ‘Granite’
White gold in color. An elegant nose with pronounced mineral notes, hints of flint and gunflint, citrus, and saline notes. The attack is clean and precise, the palate crystalline and imbued with great purity; a slender, rich, and complex palate blending mineral and citrus notes. A wine with great length and a lingering iodine finish. Whole bunch fermentation, with native yeasts in underground cement tanks.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2023
STYLE: white
GRAPE: Melon de bourgogne
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12%
CASE SIZE: 6
‘janus’
An elegant nose with pronounced iodine and mineral notes, hints of green seaweed, citrus, lime, and Buddha's hand zest. A direct attack, a demonstrative, relatively powerful wine that develops pleasant bitterness and suppleness on the mid-palate, with notes of orchard fruits and citrus zest. The finish is dominated by citrus and iodine. A wine aged in concrete tanks that definitely breaks away from the typical Chardonnay.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2023
STYLE: white
GRAPE: chardonnay
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12.5%
CASE SIZE: 6
‘Alpha’
An expressive nose with bold notes of white nectarine, yellow and green lemon, white flowers, and fleeting hints of daisy. Have you ever bitten into a lemon? A clean, crisp attack, like a letter "I," citrusy; a very taut and direct wine that develops breadth in the mid-palate, becoming slightly more refined. Yellow fruits and citron, with kaffir lime at the forefront, dominate the palate; a finish that lingers with marine notes and grapefruit zest.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2021
STYLE: white
GRAPE: chenin, folle blanche
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 11.5%
CASE SIZE: 6
VDF Blanc ‘Carpe Diem’
An expressive nose with bold notes of white nectarine, yellow and green lemon, white flowers, and fleeting hints of daisy. Have you ever bitten into a lemon? A clean, crisp attack, like a letter "I," citrusy; a very taut and direct wine that develops breadth in the mid-palate, becoming slightly more refined. Yellow fruits and citron, with kaffir lime at the forefront, dominate the palate; a finish that lingers with marine notes and grapefruit zest.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2018
STYLE: white
GRAPE: melon de bourgogne
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: amphora
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12%
CASE SIZE: 6
VDF rouge ‘nobis’
This cuvée is crafted to showcase the fruit. A true wine for friends, perfect for enjoying as an aperitif, with grilled food, with family or friends… The main thing is to have fun and enjoy the moment… A wine without fuss or frills; just uncork and drink!
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2023
STYLE: red
GRAPE: syrah
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: cement
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 14%
CASE SIZE: 6
VDF rouge ‘Mephisto’
A full, flattering, round, and expressive nose of black and red berries, blackberry, strawberry, and redcurrant, with hints of white pepper. A smooth attack, a taut yet charming mid-palate, tannins still firm but velvety, beautiful volume, rich, deep, and delicate, with finely chiseled fruit and notes of sweet spice. A wine crafted to enhance and respect Cabernet Franc, embodying a certain finesse and delicacy; there is no over-extraction in this bottle. Allow this bottle to rest in your cellar for a while before serving, or decant it. Wait one or two years before opening.
Quick Facts
APPELLATION: vin de france
VINTAGE: 2022
STYLE: red
GRAPE: cabernet franc
FARMING: organic
FERMENTATION: cement
MATURATION: amphora
FILTRATION: unfiltered
ALCOHOL: 12%
CASE SIZE: 6