Château de Goulaine, France
The Loire Valley has long been an essential destination for lovers of French history, architecture, and wine. Stretching along the Loire River—the longest river in France at 1,006 kilometers—the region is renowned for its magnificent châteaux, refined cuisine, and centuries-old winemaking tradition. It is here that some of France’s most iconic wine styles were born.
Among the valley’s historic landmarks stands Château de Goulaine, one of the oldest continuously inhabited family estates in France. Constructed in the early 12th century by Jean de Goulaine, then mayor of nearby Nantes, the château has remained in the Goulaine family’s possession for generations. Today, the family continues to preserve the estate while producing wines at the winery located within its walls.
The estate focuses primarily on three classic Loire appellations: Muscadet, Sancerre, and Vouvray.
Situated on the banks of the Goulaine River, which flows into the Loire, the château dominates the surrounding vineyards. Its vineyards are planted with grape varieties carefully matched to the local terroir, reflecting the unique climate and soils of the Loire Valley.
Marquis de Goulaine Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie
The estate’s flagship wine is Marquis de Goulaine Muscadet Sèvre et Maine Sur Lie, a dry white wine produced from Melon de Bourgogne grapes.
Pale with a subtle green hue, it offers vibrant acidity balanced by aromas and flavors of green apple, pear, flinty minerality, delicate salinity, and rich buttery notes. The wine is an ideal companion to fresh raw seafood and shellfish.
Recommended serving temperature: 6–8°C (43–46°F).
