In the vineyard, we strive to bring out the best in our terroir, which is both Loire and Nantes. This quest is achieved through advanced agro-ecological practices aimed at balance and diversity.
The notion of terroir is the essence of our thinking and the basis of our actions. We approach our terroir in its geographical dimension, obviously, due to its immediate proximity to the Loire, but also to the Atlantic Ocean.
Our terroir is also a place where we live and work every day. It’s made up of the men and women who nurture it, on a living soil that gives us the best, in a rich and diverse environment.
Our terroir is the combination of our winemaking know-how, production techniques, soil, topography, climate, biodiversity and landscape.
Geography
Just outside Nantes, Domaine Les Trois Toits is ideally located in the commune of Vertou, renowned for its wine-growing tradition. This geographical position in the heart of the city connects us to the local people and life. Part of the estate is being developed in a context of urban agriculture, which allows us to take on major environmental challenges.
Climate
Situated in the west of France, in the Pays de la Loire region, the town of Vertou enjoys a temperate oceanic climate. This type of climate is characterised by moderate temperatures, fairly regular rainfall throughout the year and the absence of extreme seasons.
However, climate change has made itself felt in recent years, with long periods of drought, abnormally high temperatures in summer and a drying easterly wind regime. We are incorporating these changes into our agricultural thinking and practices in order to adapt rather than fight.
Soil
Our soils are rich and varied in texture and orientation. The bedrock is made up of more or less weathered micaschist: the foundations of the Armorican massif are emerging, giving us diversity and minerality. On the surface, the aeolian silts are rich in quartz. These soils are easy to work and allow the vines to grow deep into the soil, allowing the roots to capture the minerals in the subsoil.
Plants
Close to the river Sèvre, the estate benefits from a varied environment. Forest and woodland adjoin our plots. Cattle meadows allow us to benefit from the presence of animals and the influence of the peerage. There are many hedgerows planted with lime trees, elms, cherry trees, hawthorns and other wild plum trees, providing great diversity.
Grape varieties
Melon B., also known as Melon de Bourgogne, is the dominant grape variety in our vineyard. It is the grape variety of the Muscadet Sèvre et Maine appellation, part of the Vins de Loire family. Alongside it, we grow Folle Blanche, which produces the famous Gros Plant du Pays Nantais, as well as macerated and sparkling wines using the traditional method.
These two grape varieties are endemic to the region and form part of the Nantes heritage, of which we are proud.
In order to diversify our offer and highlight the assets of our terroir, we have planted Gamay, Côt (Malbec) and Merlot. These grape varieties produce red grapes on a south-facing slope and produce magnificent red wines, matured with precision and ambition.
Finally, to adapt to the current climate and invest for the future, we are replanting resistant varieties such as Vidal, Sélénor, Villard Blanc, Villard Noir and Chambourcin.
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🇫🇷 Ambiance magique dans nos vignes ❄.
Nous profitons de ces belles images pour vous souhaiter une très belle année 2026 !
La sérénité de l’hiver nous inspire et nous donne l’énergie pour préparer la saison prochaine avec les plus beaux raisins et concocter au chai les meilleures cuvées !
🇺🇸 Magical atmosphere in our vineyards ❄.
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a very happy 2026!
The serenity of winter inspires us and gives us the energy to prepare for the coming season with the finest grapes and to craft the best vintages in our cellar!
#lestroistois #vertou #winemaker #vigneronindependant #domaineviticole #agriculturebiologique #vinsnaturels #Nantes #vignedenantes #muscadet #snow #neige
🇫🇷 La vigne, c`est aussi une histoire de machines 🚜.
Nos bons vieux tracteurs nous donnent parfois du fil à retordre. On les aime, ils nous rendent bien des services.
La vie est belle quand on a 50 ans !
🇺🇸 Winegrowing is also about machinery.
Our trusty old tractors sometimes give us a hard time. We love them, they serve us well.
Life is good when you`re 50!
#lestroistois #vertou #winemaker #vigneronindependant #domaineviticole #agriculturebiologique #tracteur #vinsnaturels
🇫🇷 Le Muscadet se déguste, se partage et se célèbre 🍷
Nous serons présents au Salon du Muscadet chez @marietta_nantes !
On vous invite vendredi 10 octobre à célébrer la richesse de notre terroir et (re)découvrir toute la diversité du Muscadet dans une ambiance chaleureuse.
Au programme :
🍷 10 crus communaux du Muscadet à découvrir et déguster
🕚 Dégustation de 11h à 19h pour explorer toutes les facettes du Muscadet
🤝 Après 19h, poursuivez l’échange et le partage avec les vignerons présents
📍 Marietta – Nantes
11 rue de la Tour d`Auvergne, Nantes
Réservez vite votre place et rejoignez-nous pour cette journée d’exception !
Vous y serez, nous y serons.
🇺🇸 Muscadet is meant to be tasted, shared, and celebrated 🍷
We will be at the Muscadet Show at Marietta!
We invite you on Friday, October 10, to celebrate the richness of our terroir and (re)discover the diversity of Muscadet in a warm atmosphere.
On the program:
🍷 10 Muscadet communal wines to discover and taste
🕚 Tasting from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to explore all the facets of Muscadet
🤝 After 7 p.m., continue the exchange and sharing with the winemakers present
📍 Marietta – Nantes
11 rue de la Tour d`Auvergne, Nantes
Reserve your place quickly and join us for this exceptional day!
You`ll be there, we`ll be there.
#lestroistoits #vertou #vignoblenantais #winelover #winemaker #muscadet #VinsdeNantes #salonduvin #SalonDuMuscadet #Muscadet #CrusCommunaux #Vignerons #Nantes
🇫🇷 Clap de fin pour les vendanges 2025 🍇.
Toutes nos grappes ont rejoint les cuves après une récolte riche en contrastes : ensoleillée , humide , exigeante mais splendide.�
Un vrai marathon pour nos équipes, rempli d’intensité, d’effort et de magie.
Mais ne vous y trompez pas : ce n’est que le début !�
La fermentation et la macération battent leur plein, chaque cuve demandant toute notre attention.
Alors que les jours raccourcissent et que l’air se rafraîchit, le vigneron se plonge désormais dans l’univers du chai… là où naissent les premiers jus et les futurs assemblages.
🇺🇸 Clap for the end of the 2025 harvest.
All our grapes have been transferred to the vats after a harvest rich in contrasts: sunny, wet, demanding but splendid.�
A real marathon for our teams, filled with intensity, effort, and magic.
But make no mistake: this is only the beginning!
Fermentation and maceration are in full swing, with each vat demanding our full attention.
As the days grow shorter and the air grows cooler, the winemaker now immerses himself in the world of the cellar... where the first juices and future blends are born.
#lestroistois #vertou #winemaker #vigneronindependant #domaineviticole #agriculturebiologique #vignoblenantes #millesime2025 #vendanges #vendanges2025 #harvesttime @les_extra_terrestres
🇫🇷 Ils se sont fait attendre… et les voilà enfin ! 🍇
Nos grappes de raisins rouges se lancent cette année dans un véritable concours de muscles : généreuses, denses et pleines de promesses.
Plantés sur notre parcelle en agroforesterie, ces jeunes ceps révèlent déjà toute la richesse du travail agronomique mené au Domaine Les Trois Toits.
Le résultat ? Des raisins d’une qualité exceptionnelle, annonciateurs de cuvées qui feront honneur à vos plus beaux dîners.
Un vrai chef-d’œuvre de la vigne, que nous avons hâte de partager avec vous !
🇺🇸 They took their time arriving... but here they are at last! 🍇
This year, our red grape clusters are entering into a veritable contest of strength: generous, dense, and full of promise.
Planted on our agroforestry plot, these young vines already reveal the richness of the agronomic work carried out at Domaine Les Trois Toits.
The result? Grapes of exceptional quality, heralding vintages that will do honor to your finest dinners.
A true masterpiece of the vineyard, which we can`t wait to share with you!
#lestroistois #vertou #winemaker #vigneronindependant #domaineviticole #agriculturebiologique #vignoblenantes #millesime2025 #vendanges #vendanges2025 #harvesttime @les_extra_terrestres
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