Champagne Gatinois Brut Millésime

Champagne Gatinois Brut Millésime

Champagne, French Regions

When a year of production is considered to be “exceptional” for a champagne maker, they assemble wines produced that year from different villages or vineyards to make a special Vintage Champagne. Gatinois’ Vintage Champagnes aim to give expression to the attributes of the greatest years, within the sumptuous character of champagne from Aÿ. It is only after a long period of cellar aging, the duration of which depends on the character of the year, that these are finally able to be opened and enjoyed.
This cuvée is produced from the best 2 parcels of 60 year old Pinot Noir vines representing 0.60 ha, the yield is 65 hl/ha. Only the juice of the first press, called “cuvée,” is used, which is of the best quality.

Appellation: Champagne

Type: Brut (dosage 6 g/I), sparkling.

Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay

Wine Details:

Tasting Notes:

Color: Golden Yellow.

Bouquet: Aromas of honey, candied yellow fruit, and brioche.

Palate: The mouthfeel is elegant with generous notes of honey and ripe Mirabelle plum, typical of Aÿ Grand Cru. Deep and structured on the finish, superb length at the end.

Perlage: Fine and persistent.

Alcohol:12.5%

Serving Temperature: 8-10°C (47-50°F).

Pairing: There is a balance of power and finesse, which pairs perfectly with fine, gourmet cuisine: pan-fried foie gras with figs, grilled choice cuts of meat, and creamy sea scallop risotto.

Vinyard Notes:

Production area: Aÿ Grand Cru.

Soil: Chalky limestone.

Winemaking Notes:

Harvest: Manual.

Fermentation: Stainless steel vats at 18°C - 20°C.

Aging: 72 months total, the first 6 months in the vats on the lees.

Dosage: 6 g/I