Origine du Haut Bourg is a testament to the Choblet family’s winemaking legacy, from a vineyard planted in 1944 by Nicolas and Hervé's great-grandfather.
Vineyards and grapes
Located in Bouaye, south of Nantes, the Melon de Bourgogne grapes are grown on the estate's oldest vines. The unique microclimate, influenced by Grandlieu Lake to the south, the Loire River to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west, promotes optimal grape maturity and enhances the wine's natural acidity.
Winemaking
The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness and gently pressed in whole clusters to extract the best flavours. The must is allowed to settle for 48 hours at 13°C before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, ensuring that the wine retains its fresh fruit character. After fermentation, the wine is aged on its lees (“Sur Lie”) for 8 years in underground tanks, a method that adds layers of complexity, a creamy texture, and depth while allowing the wine to maintain its impressive freshness over time.
Appearance
Golden with green tints, reflecting both its maturity and the vibrant structure achieved through long lees aging.
Nose
The nose is richly aromatic, offering ripe pineapple, dried fruit, and a strong mineral presence. As it opens, additional notes of citrus and flint emerge, adding to the wine’s complexity.
Palate
On the palate, this Muscadet is full-bodied and rounded, with a fleshy texture balanced by vibrant acidity. The minerality continues to shine through, giving a crisp and refreshing finish with superb length. The extended lees contact contributes a creamy mouthfeel, making the wine rich yet lively.
Food pairing
Perfect for pairing with seafood, particularly shellfish and fish in sauces, as well as goat cheese. Its structure and complexity also make it an excellent choice for gastronomic occasions.
Accolades
91 points from Decanter.
Aging potential
While already vibrant, it will continue to evolve over the next 5-7 years, revealing greater complexity and depth.
Background story
Located in Bouaye, south of Nantes, Domaine du Haut Bourg is a family estate in the heart of the Muscadet Côtes de Grandlieu appellation. Established in 1945, the estate has been cultivated by four generations of the Choblet family. Today, brothers Hervé and Nicolas Choblet manage the 40-hectare vineyard, producing some of the region's most outstanding wines in both AOP Muscadet and IGP Val de Loire. The vineyards benefit from a unique microclimate, influenced by the nearby Grandlieu Lake to the south, the Loire River to the north, and the Atlantic Ocean to the west. Their geographical setting ensures minimal temperature variations between day and night, promoting early grape maturity. The terroir, composed of mica schist, granite, sand, and sedimentary rocks, lends a distinctive texture and balance to the wines.
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