Clos des Goisses, Brut, 2015

It is in vintages like 2015 that great terroirs shine brightest. In a warm and very dry vintage like 2015,the magnificence of Clos des Goisses, a vineyard that never struggles for ripeness, is doublyimpressive. There’s undeniable power and depth to the ‘15, but beyond that, there’s remarkableclarity, control, and crispness, all of which seems to stem from the underlying chalky element thataccompanies the wine right across the palate and through the highly persistent finish. Choosing toharvest late, so as to achieve true balance while avoiding the astringency that is possible in such dryseasons, Charles Philipponnat has crafted a Clos des Goisses of high ripeness but also high style. Theextract, the structure, the chalk notes all serve to drive this wine forwards, while flavours ofumeboshi plum, salt and candied bergamot provide beauty and keep you coming back for more. Thisis a deep, bold, muscular Goisses, yet one that never loses sight of its origins; a masterclass inChampagne’s ability to be both great and graceful. The blend in 2015 comprises 78% Pinot Noir, 22%Chardonnay. For the very first time every element in the blend was fermented in oak and as usual, nomalo-lactic fermentation was carried out.