While primarily a Muscadet producer, Familie Lieubeau also grow Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. This wine is a blend of all the grapes in their portfolio, and they keep yields as low as possible to produce wines that express the varietal character and terroir – not just acid. These are delicious, vibrant wines that are easily among their best values.
While it might seem tempting to think of this sort of blending as covering all your bases, Les Vignes Blanches is far from a muddle. Each variety contributes something to the final blend that somehow becomes greater than the parts. All come from the granitic soils of Château Thébaud, are fermented separately and blended after a few months of aging on the lees. The blend combines the richness and slight nuttiness of the Chardonnay, the zesty aromatics of the Sauvignon, and the mineral depth of the Melon.
Jancis Robinson says:
Medium weight with excellent fruit intensity on the palate. The Sauvignon may just be winning the race for my attention at the moment. Interesting wine with good structure. I wouldn’t be afraid to hang on to this for a little while.
