Girard Bonnet

Recueil - Extrait n°1 | Bottle 75cl

Description

The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée from Champagne Girard-Bonnet is an ephemeral cuvée that highlights the purity and elegance of the chardonnay from the Grand Cru terroir of Mesnil-sur-Oger. With its subtle aromas and mineral freshness, this champagne from the 2018 vintage is perfect for an aperitif.

The Making of Recueil – Extrait n°1 Girard-Bonnet Champagne

The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée is composed of 100% Grand Cru chardonnay, sourced exclusively from the chalky and clay-limestone soils of Mesnil-sur-Oger. This iconic terroir gives the wine exceptional minerality and great aromatic finesse.

The winemaking process relies on natural methods: fermentation in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts, followed by natural malolactic fermentation. The wines are then aged on full lees until bottling. This champagne is made without fining or filtration, ensuring a pure expression of its terroir. The extra-brut dosage, at only 1.5 g/L, preserves all its freshness and balance.

The 2018 Vintage

The 2018 vintage is distinguished by ideal climatic conditions, with a hot and sunny summer that allowed perfect ripeness of the grapes. This exceptional year gave birth to complex and balanced chardonnays, with a beautiful structure and perfectly controlled acidity.

Tasting the Cuvée

• Color

  The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée presents a pale gold color, enlivened by a delicate and persistent effervescence.

• Nose

  The nose reveals citrus aromas, candied lemon, and grapefruit, complemented by subtle notes of white flowers and brioche.

• Palate

  On the palate, it is both lively and balanced, with flavors of apricot, pear, and a hint of hazelnut. The finish is long, marked by elegant minerality.

Pairing Suggestions

Appetizers

• Scallop tartare with lime
• Smoked salmon blini
• Comté gougères

Main Courses

• Turbot fillet with white butter
• Roasted lobster with mild spices
• Green asparagus risotto

Desserts

• Lemon meringue tart
• Pear sorbet
• Panna cotta with exotic fruit coulis

The Price of the Recueil Girard-Bonnet Bottle

The price of the Recueil – Extrait n°1 Girard-Bonnet bottle is 74,95 €. This ephemeral cuvée, from the 2018 vintage, showcases an exceptional chardonnay vinified with care and patience.

Reviews of the Recueil Girard-Bonnet Cuvée

Champagne enthusiasts appreciate the freshness and precision of this cuvée, as well as its beautiful aromatic expression. Check out reviews of the Recueil Girard-Bonnet cuvée to discover feedback from passionate enthusiasts.

Storing This Champagne

To fully enjoy the Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée, store it in a dark cellar at a stable temperature of 10 to 12°C. This champagne can be enjoyed now, but it will continue to improve over the next 10 to 20 years.