2024-01-03 | By T.Anderson
Region: Champagne | Varietal: Pinot Noir | ABV: 12.5% | Price: $60
The Gaston Chiquet Brut Rosé Champagne presents itself with a delightful blush that captures the essence of a sunlit garden. Aromas of ripe red currants and wild strawberries burst forth, mingling with faint hints of toasted brioche and delicate floral nuances. The wine itself is a delightful blend of 45% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, 20% Meunier.
On the palate, each sip reveals a tapestry of flavors: luscious cherry interplays with crisp acidity, offering a refreshing burst that tingles with every effervescent bubble. Its texture is elegantly creamy, leading to a graceful finish that lingers, leaving behind notes of mineral freshness and a hint of grapefruit zest.
Perfectly suited for a celebration, it pairs exquisitely with smoked salmon, upscale sashimi, or a refined charcuterie board, encapsulating the essence of French sophistication.
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The Gaston Chiquet Brut Rosé Premier Cru dazzles with its delightful blend of red fruit notes like strawberry and cherry, complemented by hints of citrus and floral undertones. Its bubbly effervescence and refreshing acidity make it a perfect match for a variety of dishes, bringing out the freshness in seafood while balancing richer flavors.
The wine's bright acidity and fine bubbles cut through the richness of cream-based sauces and fried foods, offering a palate-cleansing effect. The light body and fruity profile enhance the natural sweetness and delicacy of seafood, while the floral notes provide an elegant contrast to salty, savory flavors. Its acidity aids in balancing the flavors, making each bite more vibrant.
""Champagne is the only region in the world legally allowed to produce true Champagne. Its chalky soils and cool climate create the perfect conditions for sparkling wines. The primary varietals that are grown in Champagne are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Sparkling wine produced from white grape varieties like Chardonnay are often referred to as Blanc-de-Blanc or white-from-white.""
Viticulture Area: Champagne AOC
Famous for: World-famous sparkling wines
Varietals: No varietals available
Total Vineyards: 319
Preferred Terroir: Cool climates with well-drained, limestone-rich soils.
Major Regions: Burgundy (France), California (USA), Oregon (USA), Central Otago (New Zealand), Willamette Valley (USA), Germany (Spätburgunder)
Red fruit: Cherry (High), Raspberry (Medium-high), Strawberry (Medium-high)
Floral: Rose (Medium), Violet (Medium)
Earth: Minerality (Medium)
Plant Characteristics: Tight bunches (High), Thin skins (High)
