Listening to the vine... The philosophy of the estate is centred on the quality of the grapes, in order to create wines with an intense concentration and finesse. These exceptional wines result from the richness of the terroir, a favourable climate, ideal exposure to the sun, as well as specific expertise. The manual harvest, which is used for only 1% of the vines in the Nantes area, allow us to obtain a consistent quality and leave nothing to chance. For more than five generations now, the vine-growing estate Château du Bois-Huaut has been the property of the Brin family, then the Lussaud family and today, the Duret family (part of the same genealogical line). This family estate went quickly from a small farm, that carried out mixed farming, to specialising in growing vines and direct sales from 1984 on the arrival of Stéphane. During these years, the estate has expanded and broadened its vine population to achieve a surface area of 24 hectares with 14 different varieties. In 2016, Luis Duret arrived on the estate and brought his personal touch, completely modernising the tasting cellar. More welcoming, visitors are now able to taste their picks from our wide range of wines, in new, comfortable, hospitable conditions. The 24 hectares of Château du Bois-Huaut extend over three communes: Gorges, Mouzillon and Clisson, with grouped plots around the site and three islands of very different soils: - In Clisson, the soil is clay with a large presence of flint and the bedrock is granite. - In Gorges, (immediately around Château du Bois-Huaut), the soils are siliceous clay with granite and mica schist (clay bedrock) veins on a soil whose bedrock is gabbro. - In Mouzillon, soils are clay-loam with a gabbro bedrock.
Stéphane Duret
Stripping in mid-June on the side of the row facing the rising sun, then on the side of the setting sun in mid-August. Harvested by hand upon reaching maturity, with strict sorting of the harvest. Beneath its brilliant cherry colour, very pleasant aromas of cherry and red berries are revealed. The very full palate finishes with tannins that are present...
2020 - 75 cl
IGP Val de Loire
Loire Wine
Harvested by hand upon reaching maturity, with strict sorting of the harvest A bright pink colour with purple hues, typical of Loire rosé. The nose develops notes of red fruits verging on fresh strawberry. Well-rounded attack, full-bodied in the mouth, displaying great spicy and fruity complexity with a long finish verging on notes of Morello cherry.
2020 - 75 cl
IGP Val de Loire
Loire Wine
Made from Sauvignon Gris, a variety found in the Sauterne, as this grape keeps well on the stock. On our Sauvignon Gris terroirs, the harvest is gathered 2 weeks later than our Sauvignon Blanc. Harvested by hand, as late as possible, with strict sorting of the harvest. Aromatic complexity, from fig to the notes of citrus, expressing the mineral complexity...
2022 - 75 cl
IGP Val de Loire
Loire Wine
Harvested by hand with strict sorting of the harvest, enabling the integrity of the grape to be preserved until pressing. With a pale golden colour, the nose has a base of white floral aromas, and then citrus fruits such as grapefruit and lemon. The palate unveils notes ranging from white fruit (pear, green apple) to citrus notes, with a very fresh, airy...
2023 - 75 cl
AOC Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine sur lie
Loire Wine
A grape variety found in Alsace, consisting of small, compact grapes. On our terroirs, Pinot Gris is harvested when over-ripeneds, in order to produce a demi sec. A golden yellow colour, the wine develops a complex bouquet evoking quince jelly, honey and candied fruit. The palate unveils aromas of peach, full of finesse, and finishes with harmonious...
2020 - 75 cl
IGP Val de Loire
Loire Wine
A ruby-red colour, the nose reveals very pleasant aromas of spice and red fruit in its maturity. On the palate the attack is supple, with powerful and full-bodied tannins evoking notes of blueberry in the finish a slightly woody note gives the wine a nice A powerful and generous wine
2019 - 75 cl
IGP Val de Loire
Loire Wine
These wines are made from vines that are 60 to 80 years old, with a low yield, enabling a natural concentration of grapes to be obtained, while expressing the minerality of our soils. Adorned in its light yellow colour with silvery strands, this Muscadet offers a well-rounded and fresh nose with mineral accent and hints of aniseed. The palate opens with a...
2000 - 75 cl
AOC Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine
Loire Wine
Produced from a late harvest in early November followed by drying in crates for 3 weeks in our cellars. The grape variety is Melon de Bourgogne (famously used to make Muscadet). Amber yellow colour with a complex and expressive nose with notes of honey and quince. The palate is rich, with an aromatic complexity, drawing on notes of dried and candied fruit...
Non vintage - 50 cl
Vin de France
Loire Wine
Produced from a late harvest in early November followed by drying in crates for 3 weeks in our cellars. The grape variety is Melon de Bourgogne (famously used to make Muscadet). Amber yellow colour with a complex and expressive nose with notes of honey and quince. It is rich in the mouth with aromatic complexity expressed by notes of dried and candied...
Non vintage - 50 cl
Vin de France
Loire Wine