Gosset Grand Blanc de Blancs Brut (Gift Box)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Gosset
Label Name:
 
Grand Blanc de Blancs Brut (Gift Box)
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Côte des Blancs & Montagne de Reims)
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Common professional scores: Decanter ~95, Wine Spectator ~94, Wine Enthusiast ~93, James Suckling ~93, Robert Parker/Wine Advocate ~92 (non-vintage releases vary by disgorgement)

Tasting Note
Pale yellow with green highlights. Aromas of white flowers, hawthorn, green apple, citrus and grapefruit; palate shows pineapple, citrus, minerality and a saline, gently toasty finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, seared scallops, crab remoulade, fish tartare, risotto with Parmesan, roasted white poultry. Asian: sushi and sashimi, tempura prawns, dim sum (har gow), Vietnamese spring rolls, Thai fish salad.

Production Method
Traditional method (Méthode Champenoise). 100% Chardonnay from multiple crus, no malolactic fermentation, aged on lees 3–4+ years, low dosage (~5–7 g/L).

Vineyard Info
Maison Gosset, founded 1584 in Épernay, sources Chardonnay from prime crus in the Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims and Marne valley; oldest established Champagne house.