Gimonnet Pierre & Fils
1er Cru Blanc de Blanc Cuis Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Blanc de Blancs Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Minimum 30 months; extended ageing on the lees; reserve wines matured in magnum on the lees |
- Grape variety and style: Blanc de Blancs Brut sparkling wine made exclusively from Chardonnay
- Premier Cru origin: Sourced from Cuis, Côte des Blancs, with mineral and citrus notes
- Traditional method: Hand-harvested, second fermentation in the bottle, aged for 30 months on the lees
- Aromatic profile: Hints of white flowers, citrus, peach and honey, with a chalky finish
- Serving and pairings: Serve at 4-6°C, ideal with raw seafood, sushi and soft cheeses
Description
What kind of wine is it
Champagne Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Blanc de Blancs Brut Cuis 1er Cru is an outstanding Blanc de Blancs crafted by Pierre Gimonnet & Fils. Produced using the Traditional Method exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, it displays a straw yellow colour with greenish highlights, enhanced by a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, it releases an inviting bouquet of white flowers, citrus essential oils, fresh peach and light honey. On the palate, it offers a rounded texture, vibrant acidity and distinct chalky sensations on the finish.
Where does it come from
This Champagne originates from Cuis, a Premier Cru village located in the renowned Côte des Blancs subregion within the Champagne area. The winery operates as an independent grower, directly managing production from its own vineyards. The geographical origin defines the organoleptic profile, giving the Champagne a clear mineral character and a citrus-driven style. The connection with the terroir ensures a freshness that enhances the character of the grapes from this limestone territory.
How is it produced
Production begins with manual harvesting and fractional pressing of the grapes, followed by cold settling of the must. After alcoholic and malolactic fermentation, a careful blend is created, integrating recent wines with reserves matured on fine lees to encourage autolysis. The wine matures on the lees for at least thirty months, true to the Traditional Method. Finally, the product undergoes cold stabilisation, light filtration on clay and the essential disgorgement.
History and Curiosities
This prestigious cuvée from Pierre Gimonnet & Fils embodies the essence of the house style. To preserve unparalleled elegance, the cellar blends the harvest of the vintage with fine reserves matured in magnum on the lees. This exclusive technique, rigorously applied since 1982, enhances freshness and promotes the wine’s autolysis. Praised by international critics, this Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru skilfully weaves together different vintages to offer an authentic tasting experience, characterised by perfect balance and a lively harmony on the palate.
Awards
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95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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91/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
We find ourselves, not surprisingly, in the Côte des Blancs, where from the 28 hectares of property, the company Pierre Gimonnet produces grapes with which it produces Champagne with a distinctive and absolutely recognizable style. Being able to count on vineyards that reach up to 75 years of age, conducted in full and total respect for the environment, the Maison Pierre Gimonnet adds wisdom and perfection.
The vinification is based on traditional methods, with grapes that are harvested manually and left to ferment in small vats.
The malolactic fermentation follows, after which a single light filtration is carried out before the tirage, while the disgorgement takes place only 3 months before the product is shipped.
Finally, the topping off is light and delicate, so as not to mask the natural, elegant and fresh style of Chardonnay. Read more
| Name | Gimonnet Champagne 1er Cru Blanc de Blanc Cuis Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Gimonnet Pierre & Fils |
| Story | History and Curiosities This prestigious cuvée from Pierre Gimonnet & Fils embodies the essence of the house style. To preserve unparalleled elegance, the cellar blends the harvest of the vintage with fine reserves matured in magnum on the lees. This exclusive technique, rigorously applied since 1982, enhances freshness and promotes the wine’s autolysis. Praised by international critics, this Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru skilfully weaves together different vintages to offer an authentic tasting experience, characterised by perfect balance and a lively harmony on the palate. |
| Origin | Cuis (Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France) |
| Fermentation | 30 mesi minimo |
| Production technique | Traditional method (traditional fermentation in bottle) |
| Wine making | Cold sedimentation; temperature-controlled alcoholic fermentation; completed malolactic fermentation; manual harvesting with fractional pressing; traditional bottle fermentation with ageing on the lees; cold stabilisation and light filtration on clay; disgorgement carried out shortly before shipping. |
| Aging | Minimum 30 months; extended ageing on the lees; reserve wines matured in magnum on the lees |
| Residual sugar | 6.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |