Domaine de la Pépière, Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie (Loire Valley, France) 2020

 The La Pépie Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine is a refreshing white from vineyards in the Pays Nantais – where the Loire River empties into the Atlantic Ocean.  The Sèvre et Maine district is the best growing area in the wider Muscadet region.  The Domaine de la Pépière is a top estate for Muscadet production.  Their organically grown vines are planted in sandy, granitic soils and they purchase a small amount of fruit for this bottling from their neighbors.  The result is a Muscadet with a bit more richness and roundness than most.  The 2020 La Pépie Muscadet has an attractive bouquet of lemon zest, green apple, fresh-bread yeast and delicate flowers.  Clean and lively on the palate, the ripe citrus and green apple fruits are enhanced by the yeasty richness and a crisp and dry finish.  If you have fresh seafood on the menu, you might consider pairing it with a delicious white wine like this.