Pierre Gimonnet et Fils NV Cuis Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne)

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Tipo

White

Uva

Chardonnay

País

France

Região

Champagne

Denominação

Champagne

Corpo

light

Acidez

high

Doçura

dry

Safras avaliadas

• 200992 pts

  Although this wine is labeled Brut, it is in fact right at the driest end of that category. Bone dry, therefore, while full of white fruits and crisp lemon zest flavors. The texture is tight, steely and speaks strongly of the chalk of the soil. It is still young, so this vintage…

• 200692 pts

  Just getting to maturity, this is hinting at toastiness while also retaining all the bright apple and citrus fruit flavors. The taut and steely texture brings out great freshness and a concentrated final acidity. It is just ready to drink.

• 200592 pts

  A blend from all the top vineyards owned by the Gimonnet family, with a high proportion of Grand Cru. It has power and concentration as well as great ripeness. Very full-bodied, with a low dosage, this is dry, the richness coming from the fruit.

• 200293 pts

  This recently released 2002 is still showing its youth, with a firm, mineral edge to it. But it does have the right refreshingly crisp character, along with intense fruits, and acidity that just powers right through. Wait 3–4 years.