Pierre Gimonnet & Fils

'Pierre Gimonnet & Fils is a hidden jewel. With 64 acres of some of the best Côtes des Blancs vineyards, Gimonnet is a large grower, but maintains a tiny production of some 17,000 cases of suave, refined and creamy Champagnes from vines of at least 40 years old.' - Victor Lanson

Look beyond the Grandes Marques of the Champagne region and there is a myriad of smaller producers, some turning out very attractive wines.

Since 1750, the Gimonnet family have been cultivating the vine in Cuis, on Champagne's famous 'Côtes des Blancs' - 'Hills of the White' grape Chardonnay.

It was after 1955 that the wines of Pierre Gimonnet & Fils began to demonstrate the character that we see in them today. At this time Michel, Pierre's son, set about creating a range of Champagnes which would typify the exclusively Chardonnay Gimonnet style.

Recognising the quality of the vineyards at hand, Michel raised the standard of the wines to match, and this has been continued through the next generation who continue to run the domaine today; Olivier and Didier Gimonnet, Michel's sons.

Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Champagne have continued to pursue their ethos of focusing on specific vineyard sites and expressions of terroir. Their meticulous data collecting and attention to detail ensure individual wines of the highest quality.

Champagne from Pierre Gimonnet & Fils:

Pierre Gimonnet & Fils - 1er Cru Champagne - 'Cuis'	NV	£22.50
Pierre Gimonnet & Fils - 'Gastronome'	2005	£26.95

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