Loire Valley
Domaine Bonnet Huteau - Muscadet - Les Bonnets Blancs - Blanc - 2023
Characteristics
Country / Region: Loire Valley
Vintage: 2023
Name: AOP Muscadet
Grape variety: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
Alcohol: 12 vol.
Color: White
Capacity: 75 cl
AWARDS
Estate rated 1 star in the Guide Des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 RVF
Wine rated 91/100 by our Committee!
Wine:
Deeply mineral with a delicate bitterness, the 2023 Les Bonnets Blancs White Muscadet is a benchmark for the appellation. It opens with a fresh, pure bouquet of floral aromas, particularly orchard blossoms, complemented by hints of mint and citrus. On the palate, it offers a fine, energetic, slightly sparkling juice that ensures maximum freshness, with a vibrant, zesty character—perfect for enjoying as an aperitif or paired with seafood.Vinification:
Hand-harvested whole grapes, traditional vinification and 6-month ageing on lees.Certified organic and biodynamic wine.
Color:
Bright light gold.Nose:
Fresh, pure bouquet with notes of orchard flowers and a touch of mint leaf.Palate:
This wine, with its mineral profile and very fine bitters, is delicate, energetic, and slightly pearlescent to retain maximum freshness.
Temperature:
Serve between 10 and 12°C.Food and wine pairing:
Aperitif or with seafood.Cellar aging:
From now until 2027
Domaine Bonnet-Huteau, located in the heart of the Loire Valley, is a standout for its exceptional Muscadets, produced through meticulous biodynamic practices. The estate, managed by brothers Jean-Jacques and Rémi Bonnet, who have inherited it from their family, spans 40 hectares and has risen to become one of the Loire’s most distinguished vineyards.
Supported by Olivier Poussier, a one-star sommelier in the RVF Guide, this model estate is a perfect example of the complex geology of a region often overlooked. It crafts vibrant, elegant white wines that are both refreshing and surprisingly age-worthy—cuvées that truly shine with energy and brilliance.