Domaine de la Pepiere Muscadet Clisson 2022

Alcohol: 12%

Grape(s): 100% Melon de Bourgogne

Location: Clisson cru, Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine, Loire Valley, France

Tasting Notes: Pale gold hue with aromas of dried pear, lemon confit, and almond Firm acidity with flavors of citrus, anise, and crushed stone Savory, mineral-driven finish with hints of quince and herbal lift

Notes: Sourced from 50–100-year-old vines on pure granite soils Hand-harvested, fermented with native yeasts Aged 2 years on lees in underground vats Bottled unfined and unfiltered

Food pairing: Raw oysters and shellfish platters Grilled white fish with lemon and herbs Goat cheese, fresh vegetables, and light seafood pasta

Winery Story: Founded by Marc Olivier, Domaine de la Pépière helped redefine Muscadet as a serious terroir-driven wine The Clisson cuvée was one of the first single-cru bottlings in the region, showcasing the power and elegance of granite soils Today, the estate is run by Rémi Branger and Gwénaëlle Croix, continuing the legacy of organic farming, low yields, and natural winemaking The 2022 vintage marks a triumphant return after frost wiped out the 2021 crop—an expressive, age-worthy white with tension and depth