Hooray for MUSCADET!
A great value wine that deserves more fans

NEW! 2009 DOM. de la LOUVETRIE Muscadet Sevre et Maine sur lie “Fief de Breuil” $17.99 VINTAGES EXCLUSIVE
The ultimate Muscadet. The Fiefs is an old vines bottling that is Dom. De La Louvetries’ top bottling, a selection of the most perfect Melon de Bourgogne grapes. The weight and volume of the wine are amped up a bit, without sacrificing the crystalline minerality, crisp acidity,  purity of fruit, and the infinite drinkability that is a hallmark of Muscadet. The Fiefs is a unique Muscadet because, while it is delicious upon release, it improves over time, becoming even more complex and refined over the next 10+ years! Quite an achievement for such a modestly priced wine.

ABOUT MUSCADET
It seems there are a surprising number of wine drinkers who have not had the chance to try MUSCADET (moos keh day). What is it, and why would you want to drink it?  First, Muscadet is a DRY white wine, not sweet like Muscat can be. The grape is not memorable, so don’t worry about it, there won’t be a test. Muscadet is from the distinctively beautiful Loire Valley in France, home to great dry whites like Sancerre and Savennieres. Also, many of the Muscadets that come to the U.S. are certified organic – bonus points. An essential point: they are a perfect pairing with oysters or any seafood or fish.  A classic bistro white that is enjoyable with a range of foods. Muscadet is moderate in alcohol 11-12% so you won’t wilt while sipping in the heat. Finally, with all that to recommend them, Muscadets are inexpensive, often found for $12-20. Look for “Muscadet Sevre et Maine Sur Lie” — the two rivers crossing the growing region near the Atlantic ocean, lending a bracing maritime quality to the leesy “sur lie” flavors.  Try one; you’ll find an agreeable dining companion for summer meals and many others ahead.

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