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Domaine des Vallettes
Domaine des Vallettes in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil: cabernet franc over eight generations, direct from the estate...
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Domaine des Vallettes - eight generations of passion on the Loire terroirs
Domaine des Vallettes
A family estate of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil (Jamet family), eight generations on the banks of the Loire. About 20 ha, 180,000 bottles a year, 100% Cabernet Franc across three appellations: Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, Bourgueil and Anjou.
A Loire estate, eight generations of passion. For eight generations, the Jamet family has grown vines in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, perpetuating an ancestral know-how on the banks of the Loire. A family property of about 20 hectares, the estate produces nearly 180,000 bottles a year of authentic, expressive wines, emblematic of the appellation.
A vineyard rooted in three complementary Loire Valley appellations, where Cabernet Franc expresses all the richness of the terroirs.
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A vineyard rooted in three Loire appellations
The estate extends over three complementary geographical zones. In Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, the vines grow on alluvial terraces of sand and gravel, which give birth to fruity, supple and generous wines. In Bourgueil, the plots occupy clay-limestone hillsides facing due south, bringing structure, depth and ageing potential. In Anjou, sandy and gravelly soils on the banks of the Loire contribute to wines with a light, aromatic profile.
Cabernet Franc, the emblematic Loire grape
The whole vineyard is planted with Cabernet Franc, the emblematic grape of the region, perfectly suited to the Loire terroirs. It expresses with finesse the nuances of the soils and the climate, offering a fine diversity of profiles according to the origin of the grapes: fruity and supple on the sands, more structured on the clay-limestone hillsides.
A committed family production, faithful to the terroir
Guided by an artisanal approach that respects the environment, Domaine des Vallettes highlights the identity of each plot to create wines that convey the richness of the soils and the family history. Each bottle is the fruit of meticulous work, where tradition and modernity meet to offer the best of Loire Cabernet Franc. The Evenement cuvee is certified HVE (High Environmental Value).
The cuvees of Domaine des Vallettes
Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Origine
AOC Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - red
Cabernet Franc in its supple, generous version: crunchy fruit, melted tannins, immediate pleasure.
Bourgueil Vieilles Vignes
AOC Bourgueil - red
From clay-limestone hillsides facing due south, a more structured, deep cuvee with a fine ageing potential.
Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Evenement
AOC Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil - red (HVE)
The estate's flagship cuvee, broad and refined, revealing all the finesse of Loire Cabernet Franc.
Beyond these cuvees, the estate also offers Un Coup de Breton and Les Goules Benaises, a Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil Rose, the Bullez cuvee in traditional method and Le Grand Blanc from Anjou.
Loire Valley, direct from the estate
An invitation to discover the estate
Domaine des Vallettes invites enthusiasts and the curious to discover a sincere Cabernet Franc, shaped by eight generations of passion. A complete range, from the crunchy fruit of the sands to the ageing cuvees of the hillsides, to explore all the diversity of the Loire terroirs.
Which cuvees of Domaine des Vallettes best reveal the three terroirs and the elegance of Loire Cabernet Franc?
Your questions about Domaine des Vallettes
Where is Domaine des Vallettes located?
In Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, on the banks of the Loire, in the heart of the Loire vineyard. The estate also extends over Bourgueil and Anjou.
How many generations has the Jamet family grown vines?
For eight generations: an ancestral know-how passed down from father to son on the terroirs of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil.
How big is the estate?
A family property of about 20 hectares, for a production of around 180,000 bottles a year.
Which appellations does Domaine des Vallettes produce?
Three complementary Loire Valley appellations: Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, Bourgueil and Anjou.
Which grape does the estate grow?
Cabernet Franc, the emblematic grape of the region, perfectly suited to the Loire terroirs and expressed according to the origin of the grapes.
What are the terroirs of the estate?
In Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, terraces of sand and gravel for fruity, supple wines; in Bourgueil, clay-limestone hillsides facing due south for structure and ageing; in Anjou, sandy and gravelly soils for light, aromatic wines.
What are the cuvees of Domaine des Vallettes?
The Origine and Evenement cuvees in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil, Vieilles Vignes and Un Coup de Breton in Bourgueil, along with Les Goules Benaises, the Rose, the Bullez cuvee and Le Grand Blanc from Anjou.
Which cuvee to choose for immediate pleasure?
The Origine cuvee, in Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil: supple, generous, with crunchy fruit, ideal to share.
Which cuvee of the estate for ageing?
The Bourgueil Vieilles Vignes cuvee, more structured and deep, with a fine ageing potential.
Is the estate committed to the environment?
Yes: an artisanal approach that respects the environment guides the work, with an Evenement cuvee certified HVE (High Environmental Value).
Which dishes pair with the estate's wines?
The Cabernet Franc reds go with grilled meats, poultry, charcuterie and cheeses; the rose and the sparkling suit the aperitif and starters.
Where can you buy Domaine des Vallettes wines directly?
You can find the available cuvees here, direct from the estate, carefully shipped across France and Europe. The selection changes with the vintages.
Direct from the estate, in the Loire Valley
Domaine des Vallettes - A family estate of Saint-Nicolas-de-Bourgueil (Jamet family), eight generations on the banks of the Loire.
100% Cabernet Franc across three Loire appellations - Origine, Vieilles Vignes, Evenement