Jérôme Bretaudeau - Domaine de Bellevue - Vin de France - Gaïa - Blanc - 2021

Wine:

Originating from a gabbro terroir and aged in concrete eggs, the 2021 white Vin de France Gaïa delves deeper into the mineral and bitter definition characteristic of wines from the great Muscadet terroirs, emphasizing its saline dimension and remarkable purity. With a perfect floral expression and subtle citrus notes, this white wine, matured in an ovoid tank, follows a path of precision and vitality, positioning it alongside the great Chablis... It shines among the finest French whites! Undoubtedly one of the most prominent cuvées from Muscadet at the moment. Rated 95/100 by RVF.

Vinification:

Hand-picked. Average age of vines: 60 years. Natural vinification, 100% indigenous yeasts, no oenological products, no added yeast, no enzymes, no cold. Aged 24 months on lees in ovoid concrete tanks. Bottled in September 2023.

Certified organic and biodynamic by Biodyvin.

Temperature:

Serve between 10 and 12°C in a large glass.

Food and wine pairing:

Pike-perch steak with beurre blanc, marmite de la mer, vegetable gratin, creamy mussels.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2028 and beyond for enthusiasts.

Jérôme Bretaudeau, a local talent and vigneron at Domaine de Bellevue, embodies a modern vision of Loire Valley wines. Beyond his supremely precise whites, he offers cuvées that transcend their category and appellation.


Practicing biodynamics on the finest terroirs of Clisson and Vallet, he crafts unique wines with unexpected aging potential, born from original winemaking techniques, including prolonged aging in barrels, large casks, concrete eggs, and amphorae.


Recent vintages have reached a high level of excellence. The relaxation and energy emanating from these wines are absolutely revitalizing—they have never shone brighter!


Awarded 3 stars by the RVF Guide, Jérôme Bretaudeau is now recognized as a new benchmark for great dry white wines!