100% Chardonnay from old vines from the Northern parts of the Côte de Blancs
85% Grand cru – 15% 1er cru:
- 58% CRAMANT Grand Cru - 9% Bateau and Gros Mont; 14% Briquettes, 16% Terres des Buissons and 9% Champ du Prévot
- 27% CHOUILLY Grand Cru Mont Aigu
- 15% CUIS 1er Cru Croix-Blanche und Roualles
Dosage: extra-brut 5g/l, 5 years bottle maturation, Production 2016: 26'320 bt.
This represents an extremely meticulous blend of the estate’s oldest vines (plots of vines over forty years old, the two oldest plots planted in 1911 and 1913), mainly growing in Cramant Grand Cru (appr. 60%), and completed with Chouilly Grand Cru (appr. 30%) and a hint of Cuis 1er cru (10-15%) to give that Gimonnet-style touch of crispness. This cuvee is crafted with almost unbelievably uncompromising care at every stage of the vinification process. It embodies the archetypal Pierre Gimonnet style:a cuvee with a superb structure, a silky texture that offers superlative substance, and unbeatable finesse and elegance.
Special Club Champagnes
Special Club Champagnes are considered the prestige cuvées of a select group of independent Champagne growers. They represent the highest standards of quality, individuality, and the pure expression of a terroir, and are among the most sought-after grower Champagnes in the region.
What makes them unique is their origin: Special Club is the exclusive label of the Club Trésors de Champagne, an association of renowned family-owned estates that vinify only their own grapes from their finest vineyard parcels. Each Special Club cuvée is produced exclusively in outstanding vintages and must pass rigorous quality controls.
Another distinguishing feature is the iconic bottle used exclusively for Special Club Champagnes. It emphasizes the special status of these wines and makes them instantly recognizable at first glance.