The Domaine des Herbauges of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu

Domaine des Herbauges
The winery offers 45 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.5.
It is ranked in the top 2 of the estates of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu.
It is located in Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu
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The Domaine des Herbauges is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 45 wines for sale in of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Located in the picturesque region of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu in France, the Domaine des Herbauges winery is a hidden gem within the French wine industry. Established in the modern era of winemaking, this estate has managed to distinguish itself from other establishments through the perfect harmony it exudes between tradition and modernity. Upon passing through the gate, you will discover a vast property spread across approximately 92 hectares, primarily located in the communes of Bouaye, Bourgneuf-en-Retz, and Pellerin. The vines, perfectly aligned and lovingly cared for, stand proudly on these rich land, testament to the vintners’ dedication and passion for their craft. The estate produces various types of white wines, such as Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu and Gros Plant du Pays Nantais. It also produces reds, like Grolleau Gris-Gris and Merlot, as well as rosés. While the winery undeniably takes pride in the multitude of its quality wines, it is equally renowned for its environmentally-friendly viticulture practices. These practices are founded on so-called "reasoned" techniques aimed at protecting the soil, water, and existing ecosystem. The heart of the estate lies in its beautiful winemaking cellar, where the coolness of stainless steel mingles with the charm of oak barrels. Here, modern technology and traditional winemaking methods coexist harmoniously to produce authentic wines of exceptional quality. Each bottle produced at Domaine des Herbauges is the imprint of a privileged terroir, the reflection of a passion and expertise passed down from generation to generation.

Top Domaine des Herbauges wines

Looking for the best Domaine des Herbauges wines in Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Domaine des Herbauges wines. Also find some food and wine pairings that may be suitable with the wines from this area. Learn more about the region and the Domaine des Herbauges wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top sweet wines of Domaine des Herbauges

Food and wine pairings with a sweet wine of Domaine des Herbauges

How Domaine des Herbauges wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, appetizers and snacks or lean fish such as recipes of linguine with squid ink and cockles, codfish accras or zohra's fish tagine.

The grape varieties most used in the sweet wines of Domaine des Herbauges.

  • Melon de Bourgogne
  • Chenin Blanc

Discovering the wine region of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu

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.

The top white wines of Domaine des Herbauges

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Domaine des Herbauges

How Domaine des Herbauges wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, appetizers and snacks or lean fish such as recipes of sea sauerkraut with white wine, autumn verrine or cod fillets with lemon sauce.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Domaine des Herbauges

On the nose the white wine of Domaine des Herbauges. often reveals types of flavors of tree fruit, cream or grapefruit and sometimes also flavors of oaky, citrus or apples. In the mouth the white wine of Domaine des Herbauges. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Domaine des Herbauges

  • 2010With an average score of 4.00/5
  • 2022With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2007With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.75/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.67/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.64/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Domaine des Herbauges.

  • Melon de Bourgogne
  • Chardonnay
  • Grolleau
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Muscadelle
  • Muscat Blanc

Discover the grape variety: Chenin blanc

It most certainly originates from the Anjou region and is registered in the official catalogue of wine grape varieties on the A1 list. It can also be found in South Africa, Australia, Argentina, Chile, the United States (California), New Zealand, etc. It is said to be a descendant of Savagnin and to have sauvignonasse as its second parent (Jean-Michel Boursiquot 2019). On the other hand, Chenin blanc is the half-brother of verdelho and sauvignon blanc and is the father of colombard.

The top pink wines of Domaine des Herbauges

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Domaine des Herbauges

How Domaine des Herbauges wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) such as recipes of fillet of beef with morels, lamb breast with onions and tomato sauce or garba ( ivory coast ).

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Domaine des Herbauges.

  • Gamay
  • Grolleau

The word of the wine: Gouleyant

Characteristic of supple and light wines, particularly new wines.

The top red wines of Domaine des Herbauges

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Domaine des Herbauges

How Domaine des Herbauges wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of tanjia, shish kebab or spicy chicken and mustard pie.

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Domaine des Herbauges.

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

Discover the grape variety: Melon de Bourgogne

Melon de Bourgogne (or simply Melon) is a white grape variety originating, as its name indicates, from the Burgundy region. It is better known as Muscadet, the name of the wine it produces. It is the dominant grape variety in the Nantes region on the Brittany coast. Like any grape variety, it has its own characteristics. But its history is quite particular, because its predominance in the Nantes region is the result of a terrible winter.

The top sparkling wines of Domaine des Herbauges

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Domaine des Herbauges

How Domaine des Herbauges wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna etc) or vegetarian such as recipes of lentils and morteau sausages, wild rice salad with tuna or quiche with leeks and fresh salmon from flo.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Domaine des Herbauges

  • N.V.With an average score of 3.60/5

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Domaine des Herbauges.

  • Grolleau
  • Chardonnay
  • Muscadelle

The word of the wine: Bitter (flavor)

A flavour generally provided in wines by polyphenols and accompanied by a sensation of pungency. In small quantities, bitterness makes you salivate, gives relief to the wine and reinforces its sapidity.

Discover other wineries and winemakers neighboring the Domaine des Herbauges

Planning a wine route in the of Muscadet-Côtes de Grandlieu? Here are the wineries to visit and the winemakers to meet during your trip in search of wines similar to Domaine des Herbauges.

Discover the grape variety: White muscat

White muscat is a white grape variety of Greek origin. Present in several Mediterranean vineyards, it has several synonyms such as muscat de Die, muscat blanc and frontignac. In France, it occupies a little less than 7,000 ha out of a total of 45,000 ha worldwide. Its young shoots are downy. Its youngest leaves are shiny, bronzed and scabrous. The berries and bunches of this variety are all medium-sized. The flesh of the berries is juicy, sweet and firm. Muscat à petits grains has a second ripening period and buds early in the year. It is moderately vigorous and must be pruned short. It likes poor, stony slopes. This variety is often exposed to spring frosts. It fears mildew, wasps, grape worms, court-noué, grey rot and powdery mildew. Muscat à petits grains is used to make rosé wines and dry white wines. Orange, brown sugar, barley sugar and raisins are the known aromas of these wines.

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