The Domaine de l'Ecu of Loire Valley

Domaine de l'Ecu
The winery offers 57 different wines
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Its wines get an average rating of 3.9.
It is ranked in the top 247 of the estates of Loire Valley.
It is located in Loire Valley
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The Domaine de l'Ecu is one of the best wineries to follow in Vallée de la Loire.. It offers 57 wines for sale in of Loire Valley to come and discover on site or to buy online.

The Domaine de l'Ecu, located in the Loire Valley in France, has a rich history and a long tradition of producing exceptional quality wines. The Derrien family, who have been running the estate for over 150 years, have developed a diverse range of wines that have proven themselves all over the world. The estate spans over 50 hectares, including 33 hectares of vineyards. The soils are a mixture of sand and silt, beneficial to the vines, and are considered one of the best terroirs in the region. The vineyards are divided into different plots each producing wines suitable to the land. The white wines are primarily from Sauvignon and Chardonnay, while the red wines are primarily produced from Cabernet-Franc, Cabernet-Sauvignon, and Gamay. The Domaine de l'Ecu is involved in innovative environmental practices. The vines are managed according to the principles of reasoned struggle, and the work and weeding are done manually. The wines are produced according to high standards and respect for local traditions. The Domaine de l'Ecu produces a variety of wines ranging from white sauvignons to red cabernets, as well as a unique line of sweet wines. These wines are known to be rich, complex, and finely balanced and are recognized internationally for their exceptional quality. The Domaine de l'Ecu offers an unforgettable visual and gustatory experience. Tastings are available to sample exceptional wines, vintage selections, and a collection of fine wines. A visit to the estate and lunch on-site are also possible, allowing you to fully savor the beauty and character of the Loire Valley.

Top Domaine de l'Ecu wines

Looking for the best Domaine de l'Ecu wines in Loire Valley among all the wines in the region? Check out our tops of the best red, white or effervescent Domaine de l'Ecu 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 de l'Ecu wines with technical and enological descriptions.

The top red wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

Food and wine pairings with a red wine of Domaine de l'Ecu

How Domaine de l'Ecu wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, pasta or veal such as recipes of chinese fondue, pasta with parmesan cream and ham or veal simmered with vegetables.

Organoleptic analysis of red wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

On the nose the red wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. often reveals types of flavors of blackberry, strawberries or plum and sometimes also flavors of leather, black currant or prune. In the mouth the red wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. is a with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

The best vintages in the red wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

  • 2019With an average score of 4.06/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.98/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.96/5
  • 2016With an average score of 3.92/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.92/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.91/5

The grape varieties most used in the red wines of Domaine de l'Ecu.

  • Cabernet Franc
  • Shiraz/Syrah
  • Pinot Noir
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Gamay
  • Grenache

Discovering the wine region of Loire Valley

The Loire Valley is a key wine region in western France. It follows the course of the Loire River on its Long journey through the heart of France, from the inland hills of the Auvergne to the plains of the French Atlantic coast near Nantes (Muscadet country). Important in terms of quantity and quality, the region produces large quantities (about 4 million h/l each year) of everyday wines, as well as some of France's greatest wines. Diversity is another of the region's major assets; the styles of wine produced here range from the light, tangy Muscadet to the Sweet, honeyed Bonnezeaux, the Sparkling whites of Vouvray and the juicy, Tannic reds of Chinon and Saumur.

It's quite telling that this brief overview of the region's wines doesn't even mention the Loire Valley's two most famous wines - Sancerre and Pouilly-Fume. White wines are clearly the strong point of the Loire Valley and represent the vast majority of production. A significant proportion of these are produced under PGI appellations, most commonly the IGP Loire (formerly Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France), which covers the whole region. The main white Grape varieties used for the production of white wines in the Loire Valley are Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Melon de Bourgogne and, more popular than the traditional, Chardonnay.

The top white wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

Food and wine pairings with a white wine of Domaine de l'Ecu

How Domaine de l'Ecu wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of shellfish, appetizers and snacks or lean fish such as recipes of yellow risotto with mussels, christmas boots in knacki or medallion of white fish with shrimp sauce.

Organoleptic analysis of white wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

On the nose the white wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. often reveals types of flavors of apples, pear or melon and sometimes also flavors of microbio, vegetal or tree fruit. In the mouth the white wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. is a with a nice freshness.

The best vintages in the white wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

  • 2018With an average score of 3.90/5
  • 2020With an average score of 3.87/5
  • 2021With an average score of 3.87/5
  • 2019With an average score of 3.86/5
  • 2012With an average score of 3.85/5
  • 0With an average score of 3.81/5

The grape varieties most used in the white wines of Domaine de l'Ecu.

  • Melon de Bourgogne
  • Chardonnay
  • Folle Blanche
  • Vermentino
  • Chenin Blanc
  • Riesling

Discover the grape variety: Vermentino

The vermentino grape variety was widespread in Italy, Sardinia and Corsica. Today, Vermentino is grown in the regions bordering the Mediterranean, mainly in Provence (Côtes de Provence, Bellet), Corsica (Corse Calvi), Languedoc (Côtes du Roussillon, Costières de Nîmes) and the Rhône Valley (Côtes du Luberon). Because it ripens late, Vermentino requires a warm climate for its development and can only be grown in regions with good sun exposure. Conversely, cold or temperate climates do not allow it to ripen properly. Vermentino is only susceptible to powdery mildew. When vinified on its own, Vermentino produces a single-variety dry white wine that is light and full-bodied with a pale yellow color. It can also be blended with other grape varieties such as Ugni Blanc, Cinsault and Grenache, in which case its low acidity makes it light and fresh. Vermentino belongs to the grape varieties of Ajaccio, Corsica and Corbières. The aromas released by this variety are multiple. One can detect notes of fresh apple, green almond, sweet spices, hawthorn, ripe pear and fresh pineapple.

The top sparkling wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

Food and wine pairings with a sparkling wine of Domaine de l'Ecu

How Domaine de l'Ecu wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or pork such as recipes of venison stew with red wine, leg of lamb in a casserole or pulled pork (us pulled pork ).

Organoleptic analysis of sparkling wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

On the nose the sparkling wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. often reveals types of flavors of citrus, apples or pear and sometimes also flavors of melon, non oak or earth.

The grape varieties most used in the sparkling wines of Domaine de l'Ecu.

  • Chardonnay
  • Folle Blanche
  • Melon de Bourgogne
  • Cabernet Sauvignon

The word of the wine: Red winemaking

Transformation of grapes into must and wine under the effect of alcoholic fermentation. The vinification of red wines takes place in several stages: destemming, crushing, alcoholic fermentation, vatting, running off and maturing.

The top pink wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

Food and wine pairings with a pink wine of Domaine de l'Ecu

How Domaine de l'Ecu wines pair with each other generally quite well with dishes of beef, lamb or spicy food such as recipes of stuffed peppers, mansaf, or jordanian lamb (jordan) or steak tartare.

Organoleptic analysis of pink wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

On the nose the pink wine of Domaine de l'Ecu. often reveals types of flavors of grapefruit, strawberries or earth and sometimes also flavors of citrus fruit, red fruit.

The best vintages in the pink wines of Domaine de l'Ecu

  • 2014With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2017With an average score of 3.80/5
  • 2015With an average score of 3.80/5

The grape varieties most used in the pink wines of Domaine de l'Ecu.

  • Cabernet Sauvignon

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.

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Discover the grape variety: Grenache

Grenache noir is a grape variety that originated in Spain. It produces a variety of grape specially used for the elaboration of wine. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by medium to large bunches, and grapes of medium size. Grenache noir can be found in many vineyards: South West, Cognac, Bordeaux, Provence & Corsica, Languedoc & Roussillon, Rhone Valley, Loire Valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.

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