# Gosset Celebris Rosé 2008 (2008)

- **Producer:** Gosset
- **Colour:** rosé
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.0%
- **Average price:** €161
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 6–8 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** lemon, red cherry, raspberry, strawberry, grapefruit, brioche, pastry, biscuit, bread dough, dried apricot, honey, almond

## About this wine

Gosset Celebris Rosé 2008 is a distinguished rosé Champagne from Gosset, the oldest wine house in Champagne, established in 1584. This prestige cuvée is notable for its rarity, with the 2008 vintage being only the fourth release of Celebris Rosé in the past 25 years. The wine originates from the AOC Champagne region in France. Gosset's winemaking philosophy prioritizes the purity of fruit and minerality, deliberately avoiding malolactic fermentation to achieve this. The 2008 vintage was characterized by cool conditions, leading to grapes with intense freshness and elegant expression, contributing to the wine's structure and aging potential.

## Interesting facts

- The 4th release of Celebris Rosé in 25 years.
- Gosset famously avoids malolactic fermentation.
- Aged for at least 10 years on lees.
- Founded in 1584, it's Champagne's oldest house.

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and full body can cut through richer dishes, while its complexity complements nuanced flavors. The subtle red fruit notes in the rosé can echo or contrast with fruit-based sauces and herbs.

## Wine making process

Gosset Celebris Rosé 2008 is produced using a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with 8% of the Pinot Noir being still red wine. A key technique employed by Gosset is the deliberate avoidance of malolactic fermentation, which preserves the wine's natural freshness and minerality. The wine is aged on its lees for an extended period, at least 10 years, contributing to its complexity and depth. The dosage is typically around 6-6.5 g/L, classifying it as Brut or Extra-Brut. The grapes for the 2008 vintage were harvested under cool conditions, promoting slow ripening and resulting in wines with high acidity and elegant structure.