2004 Gosset Celebris Extra Dry, Champagne
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Blend: Chardonnay: 55%; Pinot Noir: 45%; The villages: Chouilly, Cramant, Le Mesnil sur Oger, Aÿ, Bouzy, Verzy... Time spent in the cellars before disgorging: minimum 10 years; Dosage: Extra brut (5 g/L)
An opulent appearance, bright pale gold with emerald green highlights characteristic of wines with a high proportion of Chardonnay. The bubbles are fine and rise in a thin and persistent ribbon. The nose has ripe aromas of frangipane, Tarte Tatin, honey or salted butter caramel refreshed by aromas of pear, pineapple or citrus fruits such as kaffir lime, citron and sweet lime. The palate is open and flawless with salty notes followed by complex aromas reminiscent of pear, grapefruit and yuzu. This wine’s pure and fresh characteristics make it the perfect accompaniment to food but with patience it will reveal all its complexity and richness.
Odilon De Varine, Cellar‐Master, Comments:
‘The 2004 vintage has incredible balance and complexity. The malic acid, skillfully preserved, gives freshness and elegance to this great wine that will be enjoyed for several decades to come.’
This 2004 vintage, with its incredible balance and complexity, fits naturally into the prestigious CELEBRIS range. This cuvée, which is emblematic of the House, was created in honour of Albert Gosset and is presented alongside its other exceptional vintages (1998, 1990, 1995, 1998 and 2002).
Made from 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir and with a sumptuous pale yellow robe with flecks of emerald reflecting the high proportion of Chardonnay, this CELEBRIS Vintage 2004 extra-brut releases a continuous fine mousse. On the nose, the maturity of the aromas translates into notes of frangipane, tarte Tatin, honey or salted butter caramel, refreshed by scents of pear, pineapple and even citrus fruits such as the kaffir lime or citrus.
On the palate, it is open and approachable with a persistent tension, underpinned by a salty, almost ozone character which gives way to layered flavours of pear, grapefuit and even Yuzu and is bottled with 5 gms/ltr dosage.
”Gosset's 2004 Extra Brut Celebris is a powerful, bracing wine. Pinot Noir-infused red stone fruits, dried leaves, mint, herbs and spice notes, along with the low dosage, give the wine its distinctive combination of power, breadth and raciness. The 2004 needs a bit of time for the bouquet to open up, but when they do, the wine is quite expressive. Now 12 years after the vintage, the 2004 Celebris offers a good bit of aromatic and flavor intensity, with the slightly mature notes that are typical for a wine of this age. Chamomile, honey and lightly roasted almond are some of the nuances that linger through to the creamy, expansive finish. The 2005 is 55% Chardonnay (from Chouilly, Cramant and Le Mesnil sur Oger) and 45% Pinot Noir (from Aÿ, Bouzy and Verzy).
94 points” Vinous Media - December 2016
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
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| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Champagne/Sparkling |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | France |
| Region | Epernay |
| Varietals | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir |
| Vintage | NV/MV |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 94 |
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