Gatinois
Champagne Grand Cru Brut Réserve
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Grand Cru Reserve Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged on the lees 'sur lattes' for 3 years. |
- Grand Cru Aÿ Origin: Champagne designation, Gatinois vineyards cultivated since 1696
- Grape variety and style: 80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay; Non-vintage Brut, 12% vol
- Aged 3 years on the lees: creamy texture with notes of brioche and honey
- Aromas and bubbles: hints of white flowers, yellow fruit, candied citrus; fine perlage
- Tasting and awards: rich and velvety flavour; 93/100 Vinous; contains sulphites
Description
What kind of wine it is
Gatinois Champagne Grand Cru Reserve Brut is an elegant expression born from the union of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Crafted using the Traditional Method, it appears in the glass with a bright straw yellow hue and warm honey-coloured highlights. Its aromatic profile is defined by clear notes of white flowers, yellow fruits and candied citrus. On the palate, it is rich and velvety, supported by a fine and persistent perlage that gently caresses the drink. The tasting experience unfolds with great smoothness, revealing pleasant notes of stewed fruit, brioche and honey, creating a precise and thoroughly satisfying flavour profile.
Where it comes from
This distinctive cuvée comes to life in Aÿ, at the heart of the Champagne region, from historically classified hillsides. The Gatinois family has been cultivating vines in this area since 1696, following a strict organic and sustainable approach. The seven hectares of family-owned vineyards provide all the grapes for this blend, ensuring complete control over the raw material at every stage of cultivation. The close connection with these plots defines the deep soul of this Champagne Grand Cru, which combines the natural power of the land with marked elegance, offering an authentic expression of the terroir without any compromise on quality.
How it is produced
The production of this sparkling wine follows the strict rules of the Traditional Method, involving a skilful secondary fermentation in the bottle. The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are carefully blended to create a harmonious and stylistically consistent cuvée. A key stage in building its complexity is the ageing on the lees “sur lattes”, which continues in the cellars for a full three years. This long and patient maturation encourages the development of a distinctly creamy texture and perfectly integrates the pastry notes. The final result is a wine of remarkable balance, combining evident structural richness with dynamic freshness.
History and Curiosities
In the renowned village of Aÿ, the Gatinois family has been cultivating vines since 1696, creating a Champagne AOC Grand Cru that encapsulates the essence of seven hectares managed sustainably. The esteemed Brut Réserve cuvée, predominantly Pinot Noir, matures for three years on the lees, developing warm notes of brioche and honey. Awarded 93 points by Vinous, the Maison combines a profound family heritage with a fine and persistent perlage, offering a rich sip that celebrates authentic winemaking tradition.
Awards
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93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1921
- Hectares: 7
In the early 20th century, great-grandfather Emile MICHEL-LE CACHEUR was a fervent defender of the winemakers’ interests in Champagne. In 1911, he became one of the founding members of today’s SGV champagne syndicate. His daughter, Marie, married Charles GATINOIS in 1921 and continued her father’s work: the GATINOIS name has appeared on the bottles ever since.
Emile and Micheline GATINOIS took over the domaine after the Second World War. Between 1980 and 2010, their daughter Marie and her husband Pierre CHEVAL were at the helm of the prestigious family company. Dedication is clearly a family trait which has been passed on, as Pierre is the founder of the Villa Bissinger (The National Institute of Wines from Champagne) and currently chairs the Champagne Landscapes Association that lead to their listing to the Unesco World Heritage list in 2015. His son, Louis, now perpetuates the family’s 300 years of knowhow. Read more
| Name | Gatinois Champagne Grand Cru Reserve Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Pinot Nero, 20% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Gatinois |
| Story | History and Curiosities In the renowned village of Aÿ, the Gatinois family has been cultivating vines since 1696, creating a Champagne AOC Grand Cru that encapsulates the essence of seven hectares managed sustainably. The esteemed Brut Réserve cuvée, predominantly Pinot Noir, matures for three years on the lees, developing warm notes of brioche and honey. Awarded 93 points by Vinous, the Maison combines a profound family heritage with a fine and persistent perlage, offering a rich sip that celebrates authentic winemaking tradition. |
| Origin | Aÿ, Champagne, France |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method) |
| Wine making | Classic method (traditional method), ageing on the lees "sur lattes" for 3 years. |
| Aging | Aged on the lees 'sur lattes' for 3 years. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |