Description
Gosset Grand Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne
Grounded in 1584 by Pierre Gosset, Champagne Gosset is the oldest Wine House in Champagne. After 22 generations, we are still family-owned and independent.Grand Blanc de Blancs highlights the more mineral character of the different Champagne terroirs that shape its personality. To obtain the bright radiance of the chalk, the Chardonnays are selected from various crus in places where the chalk breaks through to the surface in the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs.
93pts Wine Enthusiast
Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs gives this Champagne its typical mineral edge that partners with open apple fruits and crisp acidity. The wine perfectly marries fruit and texture. Drink now. Wilson Daniels Ltd.
93pts Connoisseurs’ Guide
Blanc de Blancs are generally regarded as the lighter, more elegant members of the Champagne family, and, if this expressive and involving effort from Gosset hits the mark for refinement, it goes well beyond the norm in terms of sheer richness and depth. It is as complex as Blanc de Blancs is wont to get and sports layer upon layer of brioche, biscuits and cream, but for all of its autolyzed extras it is still spry and vital with life to spare. It is an altogether compelling Champagne best sipped slowly and on its own, but we would not refuse a few oysters if offered.
93pts Wine & Spirits
This wine’s flavors seem to be carved out of chalk, its fruit mellowed to notes of Marcona almond, toast and white mushrooms, its structure firm and classical. It’s a blend of chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, achieving its richness without malolactic fermentation, so there’s a sharp line of acidity adding a chalky grace note in the end.
92pts Wine Spectator
A toasty version, with sleek acidity sculpting the layers of Meyer lemon peel, papaya, toasted brioche and lime blossom flavors. Tightly meshed, with a well-cut, lingering finish of smoky mineral. Disgorged May 2018. Drink now through 2024.
92pts Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
Based on the 2016 vintage and disgorged in September 2019, the new release of Gosset’s NV Brut Grand Blanc de Blancs (which will arrive in the US later this year) unwinds in the glass with notes of citrus oil, warm biscuits, green apple and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, deep and tightly wound, it’s racy and incisive, with a bright spine of acidity, chalky structure and a long, penetrating finish. As ever, this cuvée emphasizes Chardonnay from the Montagne de Reims. Rating: 92+
92pts James Suckling
A light, bright and lithe Champagne that has plenty of bright, toasty aromas with grapefruit and spiced lemon-biscuit notes. The palate is rich, smoothly fleshy and has attractive build and deep, lemon and grilled-nectarine flavors. Drink now.
Winemaker Notes
Pale golden yellow; the fine, steady bubbles rise gracefully. The nose is both mineral and floral, revealing aromas of flowers, white fruits, apricots, Mirabelle plum and light notes of lemon, citrus fruit, quince jelly and honey. White flowers mingle with a hint of toastiness. There is a silky and harmonious sensation for this crisp, structured champagne.
The Grand Blanc de Blancs Brut makes the perfect apéritif; its freshness also makes it ideal for pairing with many dishes, including scallops, crab remoulade or gougères
Tasting Notes
Pale-yellow hue flecked with green. The first nose expresses white flowers, hawthorn, green apples and citrus. As the Champagne warms up, a hint of grapefruit peel comes to the fore, accompanied by ginger and star anise. On the palate, flavors of citrus fruit mingle with pineapple and finish with a sparkling saline note.
Trade name
Champagne
Item No.
1577888
Grape variety
Chardonnay
Country of origin
France
Manufacturer information
Champagne Gosset,rue Godart Roger 12,51200 Epernay,FR
Warnings
Le Point 17/20 2022 / Gilbert & Gaillard 95/100 2021 / Tyson Stelzer’s Champagne 94/100 2021
Storage conditions
Store in a cool dry and lying down
An abundance of fine bubbles. Delicately pale gold in colour.A mineral and floral nose with aromas of blossom and white fruit, apricot and Mirabel plum punctuated with tangy citrus notes of lemon, quince jelly and honey.This bright and well-structured champagne offers white flowers mingled with lightly toasted notes. Harmonious silky palate.The finesse and elegance of this cuvée makes it a perfect aperitif. Its freshness lends itself to numerous pairings, notably with scallops, dressed crab, gougA¨res, fish tartare, oysters, risotto with parmesan shavings, white meats, or a young, fruity Comte cheese, or Parmesan.
