{"title":"Domaine de l’Écu","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"272\" data-start=\"240\"\u003eA living legend of Muscadet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"344\" data-start=\"308\"\u003eFrom Guy Bossard to Fred Niger\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"802\" data-start=\"345\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFred Niger\u003c\/strong\u003e took over from \u003cstrong\u003eGuy\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBossard\u003c\/strong\u003e, a famous reference winemaker in \u003cstrong\u003eMuscadet\u003c\/strong\u003e. The \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine de l'Ecu\u003c\/strong\u003e is located in \u003cstrong\u003eLandreau\u003c\/strong\u003e, more precisely a few kilometers east of \u003cstrong\u003eNantes\u003c\/strong\u003e, close to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/jo-landron\" title=\"Jo Landon\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/jo-landron\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJo Landron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003eDomaine\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLandron\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vintages from the Domaine de l'Ecu are very famous today. The estate has been\u003cstrong\u003e certified organic\u003c\/strong\u003e since \u003cstrong\u003e1972\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecertified Demeter\u003c\/strong\u003e since \u003cstrong\u003e1998\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ecertified Biodyvin\u003c\/strong\u003e since \u003cstrong\u003e2014\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a pioneering estate in French \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e. For Fred, organic certification was not enough: he found that the specifications were rather lax, particularly regarding winemaking. This is why he was very demanding of himself by seeking more stringent certifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"903\" data-start=\"857\"\u003eDemanding viticulture rooted in the earth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"958\"\u003eBiodynamics, soil care and living ecosystems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1273\" data-start=\"1009\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFred Niger\u003c\/strong\u003e takes care of his plots on a daily basis and is very attentive to the preservation of his terroir and soil. It is at Landreau that he and his team cultivate \u003cstrong\u003e24 hectares\u003c\/strong\u003e of vines as intelligently as possible. As some say, a great wine is born in the vine. It is when the soil work is mastered that the grapes are of quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"1355\" data-start=\"1318\"\u003eWinemaking as a quest for purity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1434\" data-start=\"1399\"\u003eZero-input and amphora ageing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1718\" data-start=\"1435\"\u003eOn the winemaking side, Fred is keen to produce wines with as little intervention as possible, \u003cstrong\u003enatural wines\u003c\/strong\u003e without the shadow of an oenological input, with little or no sulfur. The particularity of the Domaine de l'Écu also lies in its \u003cstrong\u003eaging in amphorae\u003c\/strong\u003e. Vinifying in an amphora requires a lot of work, monitoring and handling, but Fred Niger particularly appreciates this technique for the purity of the fruit and the expression of the terroir, made possible by the natural origin of the clay and the neutrality of the terracotta. For him, it is the culmination of a global approach linked to \u003cstrong\u003ebiodynamics\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"\" data-end=\"1809\" data-start=\"1765\"\u003e50 cuvées, as many faces of the terroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"\" data-end=\"1871\" data-start=\"1845\"\u003eOur favorite: Matris\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2091\" data-start=\"1872\"\u003eThe Domaine de l'Écu has more than \u003cstrong\u003e50 vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e and the estate's vintages always reveal the different expressions of the terroir. \u003cbr\u003e Our favorite: \u003cstrong\u003eMatris\u003c\/strong\u003e, a Chenin aged for 12 months in amphorae with great complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mephisto-2019-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Méphisto 2019 - Domaine de l’Écu","description":"\u003cp\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾 White Wine made by Claire and Fred Niger ( \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine de l'Écu\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLoire\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 🍇Grape variety: Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\n 📆Vintage: 2019\u003cbr\u003e\n % Alcohol Level: 12°\u003cbr\u003e\n 🥘 Food \u0026amp; Wine Pairings: Poularde en casserole, Red meat or even Game\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47406034747667,"sku":"DECUMEPH19","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/products\/c7c14759f6d5322b00cdd48b1c17c525.jpg?v=1698437774"},{"product_id":"virtus-2020-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Virtus 2020 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾 Red wine made by Claire and Fred Niger ( \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine de l'Écu\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A Loire Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, interpreted with the freedom of Domaine de l'Écu. The nose reveals blackcurrant, roasted red bell pepper, and spices. On the palate, the wine is dense yet vibrant, with a surprising freshness that balances the varietal's power. The finish, precise and persistent, retains a touch of salinity. A distinguished red, both intense and easy to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 🍇Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\n 📆Vintage: 2020\u003cbr\u003e\n Alcohol Content: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47406468858131,"sku":"DOMAINEDELECUVIRTUS21","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/0f349ad8f7d6c2652fe196877c083893.jpg?v=1725579582"},{"product_id":"janus-2021-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Janus 2021 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp\u003e 👨🏼‍🌾 White wine made by Claire and Fred Niger ( \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine de l'Écu\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Region: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eLoire\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 🍇Grape variety: Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\n 📆Vintage: 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n Alcohol Content: 12%\u003cbr\u003e\n 🥘 Food \u0026amp; Wine Pairing: Any kind of fish, or seafood sauerkraut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47406475116819,"sku":"DOMAINEDELECUJANUS21","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/c7d7a3c77b0290163bc29e91bfa8a115.jpg?v=1725579488"},{"product_id":"mephisto-2020-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Mephisto 2020 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾 Red wine made by Claire and Fred Niger ( \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine de l'Écu\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 🍇Grape variety: Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003e\n 📆Vintage: 2020\u003cbr\u003e\n Alcohol Content: 11.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"A Bottle","offer_id":49623366009107,"sku":"LECUMEPH20","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/c7c14759f6d5322b00cdd48b1c17c525.jpg?v=1725583348"},{"product_id":"classic-2023-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Classic 2023 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼‍🌾 White wine made by Claire and Fred Niger ( \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eDomaine de l'Écu\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A pure and crisp Muscadet, offering notes of citrus, green apple, and a pronounced saline minerality. On the palate, tension and freshness linger on a chalky, thirst-quenching finish. Ideal to accompany oysters, grilled fish, or seafood dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n 🍇Grape variety: Melon de Bourgogne\u003cbr\u003e\n 📆Vintage: 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n Alcohol Content: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Allergens: Contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55085646872951,"sku":"DDLECUC23","price":16.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/Domaine-de-l-ecu-classic-2023_1.jpg?v=1743579924"},{"product_id":"granite-2024-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Granite 2024 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼🌾 White wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-de-lecu\"\u003eClaire and Fred Niger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Melon de Bourgogne from mica schist granite hillsides, where the soil imparts its natural tension and verticality to the wine. The grapes are hand-harvested then pressed directly before spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and prolonged aging on lees in underground tanks, without fining or filtration. The wine opens with fresh lemon, green apple, with a very clear stony dimension and a slight iodized touch. The palate is straight, chiseled, supported by a lively acidity and a persistent saline finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍Appellation: Vin de France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍇Grape variety: Melon de Bourgogne\u003cbr\u003e📆Vintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003e% Alcohol content: 12°\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllergens: contains sulfites\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine de l'Écu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57094211928439,"sku":"DDLECUGRA24","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/6947\/2019\/files\/23b15acdd2c10a853234fa54d2760a0b.png?v=1778831517"},{"product_id":"orthogneiss-2023-domaine-de-lecu","title":"Orthogneiss 2023 - Domaine de l'Écu","description":"\u003cp data-oe-version=\"1.2\"\u003e👨🏼🌾 White wine made by \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mireehaute.com\/collections\/domaine-de-lecu\"\u003eClaire and Fred Niger\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Melon de Bourgogne from old vines planted on an orthogneiss terroir, a metamorphic rock that gives the wine depth and mineral tension. Direct pressing, natural fermentations without racking, then long aging on lees in underground concrete tanks, without filtration or superfluous inputs. The wine opens with ripe citrus, white flowers, with a very marked chalky and slightly smoky frame. 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