Gadais Père & Fils, Domaine de la Tourmaline, Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine Sur Lie, Loire, France 2018

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Tasted by: James Button
(at Majestic Winter 2019 tasting, 21 Oct 2019)
Drinking Window: 2019 - 2020
This tight, steely Muscadet displays melon flavours alongside a hint of apple, herb and something a bit more tropical. There's a subtle creaminess - thanks to the ageing on its lees - which lends a softness to the finish. A lovely wine to match with a starter of oysters, ceviche or a papaya salad.
Gadais Père & Fils, Domaine de la Tourmaline, Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine Sur Lie, Loire, France 2018
Producer
Gadais Père & Fils
Brand
Domaine de la Tourmaline
Vintage
2018
Wine Type
Still
Colour
White
Country
France
Region
Appellation
Muscadet
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
12.00%
Body
Light
Grapes
Melon de Bourgogne / Melon B