COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Melon de Bourgogne
PRODUCER
Domaines Jo Landron
REGION
Loire
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Louvetrie is the signature estate cuvée from Jo Landron, a legendary pioneer of organic and biodynamic viticulture in the Muscadet region. Located in the Loire Valley, Domaines Landron focuses on expressing the distinct mineral voices of different soil types. This wine is sourced from vineyards planted on amphibolite, sand, clay, and gneiss, which impart a distinct maritime energy and structural tension. Jo Landron's commitment to biodiversity and soil health has elevated the reputation of Melon de Bourgogne, proving that Muscadet can produce wines of serious terroir expression and longevity.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Jo Landron is famous for his iconic, prominent mustache, making him one of the most recognizable winemakers in the Loire Valley.
Fact 02
The estate has been certified organic since 1999 and biodynamic by Biodyvin since 2006.
Fact 03
The name 'La Louvetrie' historically refers to a place where wolves ('loups') once roamed in the region.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are harvested entirely by hand, a rare practice in Muscadet. After a gentle pneumatic pressing of the whole bunches, the juice undergoes fermentation using only indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled, glass-lined underground cement vats. The wine is then aged on its fine lees ('Sur Lie') for approximately 6 to 12 months, with regular stirrings to build mid-palate texture and complexity. It is bottled with minimal filtration and a very low addition of sulfur dioxide to preserve its natural freshness and mineral drive.
