Nicolas Reau ‘La Pentière’

Nicolas Reau ‘La Pentière’ Muscadet sur Lie is a crisp, elegant, and dry wine that showcases the best of Muscadet. This wine bursts with aromas of apple, pear, and white fruits. This offers a refreshing start that leads into a vibrant and clean palate. Aged for nine months on the lees, it features a delicate mineral finish with a hint of Atlantic salinity. It displays a distinct character that makes it both refreshing and complex.

Grapes are sourced from organic Melon de Bourgogne vineyards in Muscadet, where Reau works closely with the growers. He has named this venture “La Réclame du Jour,” and plays an active role in tending to the vines, harvesting the grapes, and overseeing the winemaking process. With a focus on natural and organic practices, Reau makes the wine without any additives, thus allowing purity of the fruit and terroir to shine through.

Before his career in winemaking, Reau was a jazz and blues pianist, and it was his passion for wine that led him to a dramatic career change. After struggling to make a living in music, he turned his focus to winemaking. Reau studied viticulture and winemaking at Montreuil and Bordeaux, and honed his skills by working with winemakers in Anjou. In 2002, he purchased his first vineyard and began his journey as a winemaker. His success led to the founding of his own négoce business in 2007 sourcing grapes from other growers.

Nicolas Reau ‘La Pentière’ Muscadet sur Lie is a beautiful expression of the Muscadet style. It is dry, fresh, and ideal as an aperitif or paired with seafood, especially oysters. It’s a wine that speaks to the passion and dedication of its creator.