Le Domaine Gadaisis located in Saint-Fiacre, in the Muscadet Sèvre et Maine, appellation within the Loire Valley. In 1952, Louis Gadais sought to bottle and sell his wine, and in doing so, was considered a trailblazer in the field. In 1959, his sons Marcel and Michel began supporting him, and developed the same approach to quality that would ultimately convert a loyal customer base fortheir Muscadet. The estate is spread out over around a hundred plots, all dedicated to the cultivation of Melon de Bourgogne. Favouring a healthy, nature-focused approach to work, Domaine Gadais has also always advocated for sustainable agriculture. The most important thing is what is in the bottle. Which is, needless to say, no shortage of quality. Muscadet lovers, you came to the right place ! Gadais Père et Fils Muscadet also owes the diversity of its wines to its extremely diverse soil. Spread out over more than 50 hectares, the vines benefit from several rock types that will help to produce authentic wines with strong personalities. Between orthogneiss, mica schist, and amphibolite, all of these metamorphic rocks create ideal conditions for growing especially original Melon de Bourgogne. Finally, the sandy structure of our estate is an additional benefit. Natural drainage exists, allowing our vines to take advantage of the best that the subsoil has to offer with no risk of excessive moisture.
For a wineproducer in the Loire, these factors combined are a true blessing, and we have the expertise to take full advantage. We are very well-known suppliers in the region and throughout France. But we want to grow Domaine Gadais Père et Fils and achieve an international standing. This is why our exportation French white wine is another important asset for our family.
For generations, and for more generations to come, Gadais Muscadet is a benchmark that you must try!
Navineaux Amphibolite
The earliest documented evidence of the existence of the Melon de Bourgogne grape variety in the Nantes region dates back to 1616. It is a lease contract between Suzanne de Beaucé and Louis Ménard, regarding a vine located in Navineaux, Vertou parish.
It is on this site, at the confluence of two rivers – the Sèvre and the Maine – in the hamlet now renamed Les Avineaux that this cuvée is produced. The prevalence of amphibolite in the soil makes it ideal for producing an elegant and refreshing sur-lie Muscadet, the “Navineaux-Amphibolite”. This parcel, unique in its class due to its history, forms a 3-hectare enclosed unit. It was in this parcel that the archives show the first traces of Melon de Bourgogne in the Nantes region in 1616. Its northeastern exposure provides a cool climate, which is ideal in warmer years. The soil, based on amphibolite (which is rare in the Nantes region) and on mica schist, leads to balanced wines. In this enclosed space surrounded by trees, close to the Maine river, reigns a rich and diverse ecosystem.
From a single parcel of 40-year-old vines overlooking the confluence of the Sèvre and Maine. The wine shows grace and elegance with a little more weight than is typical of the region. Mineral and citrus flavors on the palate with bright acidity and a hint of fresh baked bread. (((((((----- TASTING NOTES: Purity, finesse and minerality : these are the first
words that come to mind on tasting. The nose evokes citrus fruit and
white blossom. It is thirst-quenching on the palate with predominantly salty notes.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 6 to 8°C
SHELF LIFE: Drink within two years.
PERFECT MATCH: with oysters from Cancale or Saint Vaast La Hougue. -----)))))
