Pierre Gimonnet

Special Club Cramant Grand Cru 2012 | Bottle 75cl

Description

Maison Gimonnet's Special Club Cramant Grand Cru 2012 highlights the character of the terroir of Cramant, one of the most famous villages in the Côte des Blancs.

Traditionally, the Special Club cuvée brings out the best of Maison Gimonnet's expertise, blending the estate's different terroirs. But for the first time, with this superb 2012 vintage, Didier and Olivier Gimonnet have created special editions of Special Club. This is the case here with a cuvée made exclusively from the Grand Cru terroir of Cramant.

It's a Blanc de Blancs champagne made from a marriage of parcels, all located on the Cramant terroir. These include 32% from lieu-dit Buissons, 22% from lieu-dit Bauves, 16% from lieu-dit Le Fond du Bateau, 16% from lieu-dit Bionnes and 11% from lieu-dit Champ du Prévot. Only 3013 bottles were produced.

The 2012 vintage is considered a very great vintage, on a par with the 2008 vintage.

The Spécial Club Cramant Grand Cru 2012 Gimonnet is vinified in stainless-steel vats to retain maximum freshness. The dosage is extra brut (4g/l), highlighting the liveliness and minerality of this cuvée.

Le Spécial Club Cramant Grand Cru 2012 is a cuvée with fruity, spicy aromas. The palate is lively and mineral, with a touch of roundness. The finish is remarkable, taut and fresh.