Introduction:
The 2023 Domaine Jean Aubron “Cuvée Élégance” is a quintessential Muscadet, showcasing the crisp, mineral, and saline qualities that define this Loire Valley classic. Focused, vibrant, and refreshing, it balances fruit purity with textural depth and maritime energy.

Terroir:
The vineyards lie in the heart of Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine, where gabbro and alluvial soils provide excellent drainage and impart distinctive minerality. Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean brings cooling breezes and morning mists that preserve acidity and enhance the wine’s saline precision.

Appearance:
Pale straw with subtle green reflections; brilliantly clear with fine luminosity.

Nose:
Fresh and delicate aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and white peach mingle with floral hints of acacia and a touch of sea breeze minerality.

Palate:
Light-bodied and precise, showing bright citrus, orchard fruit, and green apple flavors. The texture is smooth and lightly creamy from lees aging, balanced by brisk acidity and a distinctive saline core that provides structure and lift.

Finish:
Clean, crisp, and persistent. Citrus and mineral notes linger on the palate, framed by refreshing acidity and a subtle chalky undertone.

Food Pairing Suggestions:

• Meat dish: Fresh oysters, clams, or grilled white fish with lemon and herbs

• Vegetarian option: Asparagus risotto or zucchini ribbons with olive oil and lemon

• Cheese pairing: Young goat cheese or mild brined feta to complement the wine’s freshness

Overall Impression:
The 2023 “Cuvée Élégance” from Domaine Jean Aubron epitomizes modern Muscadet — pure, saline, and effortlessly elegant. It offers a beautifully balanced expression of the Loire’s coastal terroir, equally suited to seafood pairings or enjoyed on its own for its refreshing vibrancy.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5%
Farming Practices: Organic
Producer Name: Domaine Jean Aubron
Old World / New World: Old World
Country of Origin: France
Region: Loire Valley, Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine
Grape Varietals: 100% Melon de Bourgogne
Vintage: 2023
Wine Style: Dry white; mineral-driven, saline, and aromatic
Winemaking Techniques: Fermented and aged on fine lees in concrete vats; no oak aging; bottled young to retain freshness
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Standard glass wine bottle
Closure Style: Cork