Domaine Luneau-Papin - Muscadet Sèvre-et-Maine Cru Goulaine Excelsior 2018
95/100
RVF
"An exceptional Muscadet—one of the estate's finest wines!"
“In 2018, Excelsior brilliantly captures the essence of this sunny vintage. It delivers richness without excess, invigorated by a lively, refreshing sensation. A white wine built to age for more than fifteen years.” (Le Guide RVF)
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Eye
Clear, pale color with golden highlights
Nose
Powerful and complex, with aromas of white fruit, peach, and ripe citrus, with a hint of candied fruit
Palate
A full-bodied, expressive attack; well-balanced; with a long, delightful finish
Serve
Decant at 10-12°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink before
2030+
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with shellfish, shelled spider crab refreshed with a creamy coral-based emulsion, smoked blue lobster, beurre blanc emulsion, white meats in sauce…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
Pierre-Marie and Marie Luneau are one of the most dynamic couples in the French wine industry. Their expertise in managing their 42-hectare vineyard and their knowledge are unmatched in the region. Vineyard work is carried out according to the principles of organic and biodynamic farming, and their wines are exceptional dining wines whose aging profile sets the standard for the genre. In our tastings, this estate consistently ranks at the very top.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2022 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2026 guide): 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
In 2018, Excelsior brilliantly interprets this sunny vintage. It delivers richness without excess, invigorated by a lively, refreshing sensation. A white wine built to age for more than fifteen years.
About the estate:
Pierre and Monique Luneau-Papin left their mark on their generation by crafting great Muscadet wines. We owe them the magnificent “Excelsior” cuvée, a benchmark among age-worthy Nantes whites and a pioneer for the Goulaine communal cru. Their son, Pierre-Marie, and his wife, Marie, are continuing this legacy and taking their quest to uncover the terroirs’ identity even further. This is accurately reflected in all of their wines, from Vera Cruz (quartz, mica schist, and two-mica schist) to Gula-Ana (peridotite and serpentinite from the fabulous Butte de la Roche, one of the most enchanting sites in Muscadet). The wines are aged primarily in underground concrete tanks lined with glass tiles, with amphorae occasionally used for certain vintages. These 40 hectares of vineyards have been cultivated using biodynamic farming methods since 2019. A thriving estate, producing contemporary Muscadets that are distinctive, precise, and invigorating.
Customer Rating
4.4/5
based on 5 reviews
Review by Mr. GIL G. Published on March 4, 2023
A superb Muscadet. Deep and full-bodied, yet true to the appellation. A great wine that does justice to the Muscadet appellation.
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Review by Mr. PATRICK L. Posted on August 30, 2025
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Review by Mr. CLAUDE B. Posted on February 14, 2025
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Review by Mr. BERNARD D. Published on May 15, 2024
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Review by Mr. ALAIN V. Published on October 9, 2022
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