{"product_id":"gimonnet-champagne-1er-cru-blanc-de-blancs-oenophile-non-dose-2020","title":"Gimonnet Champagne 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Oenophile Non Dose 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChampagne\u003c\/strong\u003e 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Oenophile Non Dosé by Gimonnet is a rigorous expression crafted according to the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e. Made exclusively from \u003cstrong\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e grapes, it is a \u003cstrong\u003eBrut Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e created without the addition of sugars to enhance its precise taste profile. In the glass, it reveals a fine and persistent perlage, while the nose offers fruity and citrus notes, followed by hints of brioche. On the palate, it is creamy and structured, with a perfect balance between freshness, savouriness, and a profound \u003cstrong\u003echalky minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e that defines the clean, dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in France, at the heart of the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eCôte des Blancs\u003c\/strong\u003e. The careful \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e combines grapes from historic \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e villages, including Cramant and Chouilly, with a selection from \u003cstrong\u003ePremier Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyards in Cuis. The vines, which reach up to \u003cstrong\u003eseventy-five years\u003c\/strong\u003e old, are deeply rooted in soils with a pronounced chalky character. This synergy gives \u003cstrong\u003ethe Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e great aromatic depth and a structure capable of evolving elegantly over time, bringing all the authenticity of its origin to the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with a rigorous \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by fractional pressing and cold settling. After alcoholic fermentation and completion of malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for eight months with several rackings. The secondary fermentation in the bottle follows the principles of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e and is enhanced by \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e for at least five years, allowing a creamy texture to develop. Disgorgement takes place three months before release, confirming the absolute \u003cstrong\u003eabsence of dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain a pure sip, ideal alongside seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated to express itself in its purest form, the Oenophile 2020 cuvée from Pierre Gimonnet \u0026amp; Fils celebrates the authenticity of the Côte des Blancs. This refined \u003cstrong\u003eBlanc de Blancs\u003c\/strong\u003e is made from hand-picked Chardonnay grapes from historic vineyards up to 75 years old. The meticulous blend skilfully combines \u003cstrong\u003e71% Grand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e from Cramant and Chouilly with 29% Premier Cru from Cuis. After a long maturation of at least 5 years on the lees, the result is an extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eclassic method pas dosé\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no added sugars, boasting vibrant minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gimonnet Pierre \u0026 Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47097761988779,"sku":"61719","price":69.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/gimonnet-champagne-1er-cru-blanc-de-blancs-oenophile-non-dose-2020_61719_1_1c81792e-755c-4f62-a8db-a1c053210f9e.webp?v=1779448632","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/gimonnet-champagne-1er-cru-blanc-de-blancs-oenophile-non-dose-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}