The winery
Michel Delhommeau
Independent Muscadet producer based in Monnières (Loire-Atlantique). It practices organic viticulture focused on the Melon de Bourgogne grape, with vines planted on gneiss and gabbro soils.
- Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine (Monnières, Loire-Atlantique) - Vallée de la Loire · Francia
- Since 1988
- 3 products
The story
Family-run for three generations: Michel Delhommeau took over management of the domaine in 1988. Over time the estate grew and began converting to organic viticulture, entering certified organic production in the early 2010s.
Production philosophy
The approach prioritizes respect for the environment and vineyard work: certified organic practices, attention to fruit quality, and winemaking aimed at authentically expressing the local terroir.
Terroir and vineyards
Monnières, in the heart of the Muscadet area in Loire-Atlantique; vineyards planted on gneiss- and gabbro-based soils, characteristic of the Pays Nantais.
Awards and recognition
Numerous medals in regional and national competitions; among the awards received by the producer: the regional "Pipette d'Or" for the cuvée Harmonie 2010, gold medals in competitions such as the Grand Concours du Val de Loire, and recognitions at the Vinalies.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Melon de Bourgogne
- Hectares
- 25.0
What makes it distinctive
- Specialist in Melon de Bourgogne / Muscadet
- Certified organic viticulture with Ecocert certification.
- Vineyards on gneiss and gabbro soils in Monnières.
- Notable cuvées: Harmonie, Clos Armand, Monnières Saint Fiacre, Fief Seigneur
- Family-run estate of approximately 25 hectares.