2014 Champagne Philipponnat Clos des Goisses

The CLOS DES GOISSES 2014 VINTAGE is distributed via Place du Bordeaux and the grapes come from the most exceptional hillside vineyard in the Champagne region. This 2014 is a blend of 71% Pinot Noir and 29% Chardonnay. The 5.83 hectare vineyard, protected by walls (called a Clos), is one of the few 'clos' in the region and the oldest and steepest in Champagne. It has a perfect location, facing south, on the best slope of Mareuil-sur-Ay. It is truly an exceptional terroir where the chalky rock is very close to the surface. Clos des Goisses is the first clos and the first terroir to be vinified and blended separately. It is unique and instantly recognizable due to its extremely steep slope. The slope reaches an angle of 45°, hence the origin of the name: in the local dialect “Goisses” means a very steep slope.

Partial vinification (64%) in wooden barrels leads to greater complexity without premature oxidation. No malolactic fermentation takes place, so the natural acidity of the wine compensates for the powerful character of the terroir. The wine remains on its lees (sur lie) for eight years in the bottle, also called second fermentation or “prise de mousse”, at a constant temperature of 12°C in the historic cellars of the house in Mareuil-sur-Ay. The very low dosage (4.25 g/liter) fully expresses the vinosity and minerality of this exceptional vineyard.

In the glass, the Philipponnat Clos des Goisses has a beautiful golden color with a beautiful, persistent ring of very fine bubbles. Initially the nose is very fresh and expressive, with notes of yellow fruit, mirabelle plum and green apple, but with some swirling in the glass the floral notes become free of vine and acacia blossom. The aftertaste has a slightly roasted character. On the palate, this beautiful champagne is fruit-driven and intense, with an enveloping texture, notes of fresh fruit, honey and linden. The aftertaste shows a tight minerality and a pleasant salt content. Clos des Goisses is a very fine wine before it becomes a very fine champagne. It is a perfect and unforgettable match for dishes with a strong taste. In a few years it will go perfectly with fish or lobster and soft cheeses. Bottles often benefit from being decanted into a decanter. This champagne has matured for years in the cellar and is only released on the market when it is fully mature, but it can be kept for decades and will continue to develop beautifully under the right conditions.

FACT : In the Tab: Appendix you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will send it to you automatically when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you pick up the wine you will often receive a nice discount. You will immediately see the possible discount if you choose Pickup in the Checkout page. We are almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for address.