Category: | Sparkling Wines |
Sub-Category: | Champagne |
Producer: | Gosset |
Label Name: | CelebrisW/ 2 Glasses (Gift Box) |
Vintage: | 2012 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Champagne |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 12% |
Grape(s): | Chardonnay |
Acidity: | 5 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 4 |
Length: | 4 |
Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
Best Temperature: | 8-10°C |
Awards/Ratings
Wine Enthusiast 96; Jeb Dunnuck 95; Wine Spectator 93; James Suckling 92. Celebris Blanc de Blancs 2012 noted as a
Tasting Note
Luminous golden with pear, citrus, frangipane, toasted brioche, vanilla and candied ginger; creamy texture, racy acidity and a long mineral-saline finish.
Food Pairing
Western: oysters, lobster, grilled scallops, roast chicken with cream sauce, soft cheeses (Brie), caviar. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, dim sum, lighter Peking duck, steamed fish with ginger and scallion.
Production Method
Traditional bottle fermentation (méthode champenoise), extended lees aging (min. 9–10 years), hand-disgorged and dosed as Brut/Extra-Brut; minimal intervention.
Vineyard Info
Maison Gosset, founded in Aÿ in 1584 (oldest Champagne house). Family-owned, sourcing premier and grand cru sites; known for extended ageing, minimal intervention and a distinctively pure, expressive style.