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 flambéed prawns, tempura of vegetables and quick or daube of conger.

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

Sub-appellation of Muscadet (1994, 717 ha) around Lac de Grandlieu south-west of Nantes: 100% Melon de Bourgogne as an exclusive dry white. Floral and mineral bouquet — pale robe with green glints, aromas of citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white flowers, iodine and saline notes. Lively, fresh and taut palate with high acidity and marked mineral character. Granitic, schistose and gneissic soils, softening lacustrine microclimate, ideal for sur-lie ageing.

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 squid with garlic and parsley, cream of asparagus soup in verrines or grilled swordfish slice with herbs.

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: Sauvignon blanc

Very expressive, lively aromatic whites with a pale golden colour, crisp palate with fresh acidity, signature aromas of citrus (grapefruit, lime), exotic fruits (passion fruit), boxwood, blackcurrant bud and mineral notes (flint). Star of Sancerre AOC, Pouilly-Fumé AOC and Pessac-Léognan AOC, defines the great whites of the Loire and Bordeaux. French white variety from Bordeaux and the Loire, exported to New Zealand, South Africa and Chile.

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 beef with mustard, rack of lamb in a salt crust or tuna gratin.

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

  • Gamay
  • Grolleau

The word of the wine: Astringency

Chemical stimulation that tightens the mucous membranes of the mouth and causes a sensation of harshness, which is characteristic of the presence of tannins. With time, the tannins lose their harshness and become softer.

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 beef tagliata with truffle oil, leg of lamb cooked in yoghurt / tave kosi (albania) or coral lentil dahl.

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

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

Discover the grape variety: Melon de Bourgogne

Dry, vivid and saline whites with a pale robe, slender mouthfeel and sharp acidity, with delicate aromas of citrus (lemon, grapefruit), green apple, white flowers, cut grass, iodine and marine mineral notes. Fine lees ageing adds richness and a brioche complexity. The absolute star of Muscadet AOC and Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine AOC. An autochthonous Burgundian variety (Pinot Noir × Gouais Blanc), exiled to the Pays Nantais in the 17th century.

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 shellfish, poultry or appetizers and snacks such as recipes of cuttlefish rust from my grandmother in sète, basque chicken or toast with foie gras and gingerbread.

The best vintages in the sparkling wines of Domaine des Herbauges

  • 0With 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: Alcoholic fermentation

Transformation of sugars into alcohol under the effect of yeast. These yeasts exist in their natural state in the vineyards and in the cellars. Artificial seeding with selected yeasts is however very often practiced.

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

Aromatic, refined whites with a fragrant palate and preserved acidity, showing intense, signature muscat aromas of rose, orange blossom, citrus, exotic fruits (lychee, mango), fresh grape and honey. Made as crisp dry, sparkling (Asti DOCG) and great naturally sweet wines (Beaumes-de-Venise AOC, Muscat de Rivesaltes AOC, Frontignan AOC, Lunel AOC, Samos PDO). Ancient Mediterranean variety, one of the oldest cultivated worldwide, ancestor of many muscats.

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