COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Champagne Gaidoz-Forget
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Gaidoz-Forget Cuvée Millésime Premier Cru Brut 2015 is a Blanc de Noirs Champagne, produced exclusively from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes. The Gaidoz-Forget estate, with a history dating back to 1930, is managed by the fourth generation of the family, Luc and Bertille. Their vineyards are located in Ludes and Teyssy, Premier Cru sites within the Montagne de Reims region. This particular cuvée benefits from an extended aging period of seven years on its lees. The 2015 vintage was characterized by a hot growing season, which resulted in concentrated grape must.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€63
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
9-9°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A Blanc de Noirs: made only from black grapes (Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier).
Fact 02
Aged for 7 years on its lees for added complexity.
Fact 03
Premier Cru vineyards in the esteemed Montagne de Reims.
Fact 04
The 2015 vintage was exceptionally hot, leading to concentrated grapes.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Champagne Gaidoz-Forget Cuvée Millésime Premier Cru Brut 2015 is produced using the Blanc de Noirs method, meaning only black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) are used to create this white sparkling wine. The grapes are sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in Ludes and Teyssy. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats. A significant aspect of its production is the extended aging process, where the wine rests on its lees for seven years. This aging contributes to the wine's complexity and texture. The estate's viticultural practices focus on environmental respect, including soil care and the avoidance of herbicides.
