November 2023

2yrs in bottle

sauvage and violet notes with subtle undertones of underbrush

the 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Vieilles Vignes is among the top few wines of this maligned vintage

Pierre Gimonnet & Fils, Brut Gastronome Size:6x750ml November 2023The 2018 Champagne Cuve Gastronome Brut has a bit sunnier feel, with primary fruit aromas of Williams pear, lime blossoms, candy, and green apple. The palate is full and rounded, with a coarser mineral texture throughout compared to the other cuve. It has wonderful salinity and takes on a more savory expression that I find quite attractive. This feel slike it has the structure to carry on for 2 3 decades to come.