The wine region of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu is located in the region of Muscadet of Muscadet of France. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine du Haut Bourg or the Domaine Éric Chevalier produce mainly wines white and red. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu are Melon, Muscadelle and Folle blanche, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu often reveals types of flavors of citrus, mango or pineapple and sometimes also flavors of oaky, wax or mushroom.
In the mouth of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu is a with a nice freshness. We currently count 26 estates and châteaux in the of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu, producing 60 different wines in conventional, organic and biodynamic agriculture. The wines of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu go well with generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, appetizers and snacks or lean fish.
Melon blanc is a grape variety that originated in France (Burgundy). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small to medium sized bunches and small grapes. Melon blanc can be found in several vineyards: South West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Loire Valley, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey, Languedoc & Roussillon.
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