Gosset Grande Reserve Brut NV Champagne

This Gosset Grande Reserve is pale gold in colour. The nose is marked by freshness and fruit. Notes of lemon meringue pie continue with yellow fruits such as mirabelle plum. As the wine warms, aromas of plums, blackcurrants and slightly honeyed and toasted notes develop. In the mouth, its balanced and asserts its volume and generosity. The Pinot Noir gives it its structure. The hawthorn and white flowers blend naturally into a fine acidity carried by the citrus fruits. To finish, fine elderflower flavours and good balance and composition. Quite persistent but subtle and elegant.

• Winery: Gosset
• Varietal: Chardonnay 45%, Pinot Noir 45%, Pinot Meunier 10%
• Region: Champagne, France
• Vintage: NV
• Alcohol: 12%
• Volume: 750ml
• Closure: Cork
• Food match: Lobster, shrimp, shellfish, smoked salmon, caviar, oysters, fried chicken, Brie-style cheeses, fruit-based desserts (tarts and crepes)

This Gosset Grande Reserve Brut NV Champagne is a great champagne with tight structure and enormous weight, character, body and length. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir each make up 45% of the blend with 10% Pinot Meunier and a lack of obvious malolactic characters allowing the fresh acidity to shine in this wine, which gains its body from fruit weight and long lees ageing of four years. This is a dry style with a great balance of flavour and richness balanced by vibrant acidity.

This classy, elegant Gosset Grande Reserve Champagne will impress and is perfect for any champagne gift for someone special or as a corporate gift. Buy here in our online liquor store and get delivered direct to your door, we deliver nationwide.

Gosset is one of the most distinguished and historic houses in Champagne, with a heritage that stretches back over four centuries. Founded in 1584, Gosset proudly holds the title of the oldest wine-producing house in Champagne. Unlike many, where effervescence is the main attraction, Gosset’s wines place a premium on the flavour and integrity of the base wines, celebrating their character and depth.

The story of Gosset begins with Pierre Gosset in the village of Aÿ, a region famed for its Pinot Noir grapes. As far back as the 16th century, Aÿ's wines had already garnered significant acclaim, though they were still wines rather than sparkling. Pierre Gosset, a passionate winemaker, focused on showcasing the quality and richness of his vineyards, crafting red wines from the renowned Pinot Noir of the region.

The shift towards sparkling wine, which Champagne is now world-renowned for, came later. With the introduction of the traditional method—where a secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle—Champagne gained its signature effervescence. Gosset embraced this method, seamlessly incorporating it into their production, yet always prioritising the purity and character of the original wines.

Throughout its illustrious history, Gosset has remained steadfast in its commitment to tradition. The house ferments its wines in small, seasoned oak barrels, allowing for gentle oxygenation and the development of complex flavours. Unlike many Champagne producers, Gosset shuns malolactic fermentation, a choice that preserves the fresh acidity that defines the house’s style.

The Gosset style is celebrated for its vibrant fruit, expressive aromas, and generous, powerful character. Their wines are typically aged for much longer than the Champagne AOC requires, which imparts additional complexity and depth. This extended ageing ensures that Gosset Champagnes are delightful upon release, with significant potential for further ageing.

Among the treasures from Gosset is the Grande Réserve, a harmonious blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Its depth, balanced with freshness, makes it a quintessential expression of the Gosset style. The Grande Rosé and Grand Blanc de Blancs are other jewels in their collection, each revealing a unique aspect of the region's terroir and the house's meticulous production techniques.

A true standout in the Gosset portfolio is the Celebris, produced only in exceptional years. It represents the pinnacle of Gosset’s craft, with its intense aromas of dried fruits and toasted brioche, leading to a long, evolving, and layered palate.

Gosset’s winemaking philosophy is centred around honouring the essence of the base wines. They typically apply minimal dosage, ensuring the wines remain balanced and not overly sweet. This approach highlights the natural flavours and the terroir from which they originate. 

In a region abundant with both grand houses and small growers, Gosset distinguishes itself with its unwavering commitment to tradition and quality. Its long-standing presence in the region is a testament to its dedication to producing Champagnes that are deeply rooted in their origins, reflecting the passion of those who craft them. Today, just as in centuries past, Gosset embodies a piece of Champagne’s history, showcasing the evolution of the region’s wines while staying true to its rich heritage.

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