# Millésime Extra Brut (2015)

- **Producer:** Gardet
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- **Region:** Champagne, France
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €49
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 6–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, blossom, lemon, peach, apple, grapefruit, apricot, butter, brioche, pastry, biscuit, hazelnut, honey, almond

## About this wine

The Gardet Millésime Extra Brut 2015 is a vintage Champagne from the Champagne AOC, produced by Maison Gardet. This wine is a blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, primarily sourced from the Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne. Founded in 1895, Maison Gardet, now owned by the Prieux family, focuses on balancing tradition with modern winemaking. The 2015 vintage was characterized by specific weather patterns leading to an early harvest. A distinctive feature of this wine is its extended aging period on lees, which contributes to its complexity and texture. The wine is made in the classic method and has an Extra Brut dosage.

## Interesting facts

- Aged on lees for approximately 8 years, far exceeding the legal minimum.
- Part of Gardet's 130th anniversary celebration.
- HVE (High Environmental Value) certified producer.
- Extra Brut dosage means very little added sugar (4 g/L).

## Food pairing

The wine's bright acidity and minerality cut through the richness of seafood and creamy sauces, while its subtle fruit notes complement lighter poultry dishes. The Extra Brut style makes it versatile, allowing it to pair with a range of savory dishes without being overpowered.

## Wine making process

The Gardet Millésime Extra Brut 2015 is produced using the classic method. Primary fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks, followed by completion of alcohol and malolactic fermentation. The wine then undergoes an extended aging period on lees for approximately 8 years, a key technique that contributes to its complexity and texture. The dosage is Extra Brut, with 4 g/L of residual sugar added via a beet sugar liquor. The producer, Maison Gardet, emphasizes sustainable viticulture and holds HVE certification.