# Clos des Goisses Extra Brut (2014)

- **Producer:** Philipponnat
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €300
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–12 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** apple, lemon, peach, pear, pastry, brioche, biscuit, honey, almond

## About this wine

Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 is an Extra Brut Champagne from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, France. It is a blend of 71% Pinot Noir and 29% Chardonnay. The wine originates from the historic Clos des Goisses vineyard, recognized as Champagne's first single-vineyard wine. The vineyard is notable for its steep, south-facing slopes and its ancient origins. The Philipponnat family, with a winemaking history dating back to 1522, produces this cuvée with a focus on expressing the unique terroir of the Clos des Goisses.

## Interesting facts

- Clos des Goisses is Champagne's first single-vineyard wine.
- The vineyard's name means 'very steep slope' in local dialect.
- Slopes in Clos des Goisses reach up to 45 degrees.
- The vineyard is one of the oldest in Champagne.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through rich, fatty dishes, while its intensity and minerality complement the delicate flavors of seafood and game. The Extra Brut style allows the nuances of the food to shine without being overpowered by sweetness.

## Wine making process

Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 is produced using a blend of vinification methods. 64% of the wine is fermented in oak barrels, with the remainder in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is avoided to preserve acidity. The wine then undergoes eight years of lees aging in the bottle. Harvest for the 2014 vintage occurred between September 13-25, with careful sorting of grapes. Sustainability practices include manual vineyard work and the avoidance of synthetic pesticides and herbicides.