Clos des Goisses 2012 casket

At Philipponnat, the Clos des Goisses 2012 is considered an outstanding vintage, more intense and aromatic than the 2008. It comes from the steep, walled chalk site in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and is made from 61% Pinot Noir and 39% Chardonnay. 62% of the wine is fermented in oak, there is no malolactic fermentation, and the dosage is 4.25 g/l. Eight years of ageing precede its sale, and the mousse is beautifully fine.

The nose is fruity and elegant, ending with a hint of pastry cream. On the palate it is fresh and fine, with a long, mineral finish. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a wide white wine glass, preferably after a short time in the decanter. It goes with lobster, briny fish and soft cheese, and can be cellared for several decades. It comes in a gift box.