Apolline et Julien Braud - Vigne, Les Grands Quarterons, 2020

Apolline et Julien Braud’s Les Grands Quarterons 2020 is a characterful Muscadet Sevre et Maine that showcases just how rewarding Melon de Bourgogne can be in the right hands. From the heart of Pays Nantais in the upper Loire, it offers the kind of mineral-driven freshness, texture, and precision that make this historic white wine style such a hidden gem.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a pale, bright straw color with a lively sheen. The nose is open and expressive, with notes of wildflowers, citrus peel, green and tart apple, and a subtle maritime, stony edge that gives the wine its sense of place. On the palate, it is fresh and focused, yet not lean: crisp acidity is balanced by a soft, charming texture that adds depth and ease. The finish is clean, mineral, and mouthwatering, making this a wine that drinks beautifully now, while still offering enough structure to hold well over the next few years.

Production
This wine comes from Muscadet Sevre et Maine, the most highly regarded appellation in the Pays Nantais, where Melon de Bourgogne thrives in a cool Atlantic-influenced climate. The vineyards are shaped by terroir that often brings a saline, mineral imprint to the wines, and careful harvest selection helps preserve freshness and purity before vinification aims to highlight texture and varietal clarity.

Food & Serving
A natural match for oysters, shellfish, grilled fish, mussels, prawns, and other seafood dishes, this wine also works well with light salads and fresh goat’s cheese. Serve chilled, ideally around 8-10°C, and decanting is not necessary unless you wish to open it up slightly in the glass.

Producer
Apolline et Julien Braud represent a modern generation of Muscadet producers helping to bring renewed attention to this classic Loire white wine region. Their work reflects the area’s long-standing reputation for producing mineral, food-friendly wines, and cuvées like Les Grands Quarterons underline why Muscadet Sevre et Maine continues to be one of the Loire’s most underrated success stories.

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