75cl
Champagne Gallimard Pere et Fils Cuvee Grande Reserve Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs Brut
Vendor code : 15
Champagne House Gallimard owns 10 hectares of prime vineyards on the steep slopes around Les Riceys in the southern part of the Aube. The sharply sloping vineyards, chalk, and Kimmeridgian limestone, are planted with Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay. In the cellar, barrels and amphorae complement the tanks and foudre, and some reserve wines are aged in "perpetual reserve". These are high-quality wines that represent excellent value.
Color
White
Fortress
12%
Country
France
Region
Champagne
Grape
Chardonnay
Producer
Champagne Gallimard
Blanc de Blancs Brut is a 100% Chardonnay. The wine has aromas of brioche, citrus, and toasted yeast cream. The creamy base is enhanced by a pleasant note of freshness.
Established in 1930, Champagne Gallimard is a family-run Champagne house situated in Les Riceys, a renowned viticultural area known for several distinct attributes: It boasts the largest vineyard expanse in the Champagne region, covering an impressive 866 hectares. Les Riceys holds a unique status as the sole village producing three distinct AOC (Appellations): Champagne, Coteaux-Champenois, and the highly esteemed Rosé Des Riceys. Currently under the stewardship of Arnaud Gallimard, representing the sixth generation of the family's legacy, alongside his father, Didier, this Champagne house has consistently achieved recognition in the Hachette wine guide since 1986. Their annual production of 150,000 bottles finds its way to international markets, with 80% being exported to the USA, UK, Japan, and Australia. Notably, Arnaud's business ethos is focused on serving discerning clientele, favoring small merchants, restaurants, and private clients over supermarket chains. In response to growing demand, Arnaud Gallimard transitioned from the Récolant Manipulant status to become a Négociant Manipulant. While a significant portion of their grapes originates from their own vineyards, this strategic shift grants them the flexibility to procure additional grapes from a select group of local producers who share their commitment to quality and values. The Gallimard approach to viticulture is rooted in sustainability and environmental consciousness. They abstain from using pesticides and avoid plowing the land. Instead, they embrace natural and sustainable farming practices. Organic fertilizers are employed sparingly, following rigorous soil analysis to ensure proper nutrient balance. Furthermore, Arnaud and Didier employ a Soléra tank, a technique typically associated with Spanish winemaking but rarely used in Champagne blending. Each year, Arnaud tops up the Soléra tank with base wine from the vintage, creating a layered maturation system. Older wines mature at the bottom while younger wines are layered above. During the blending process, the oldest base wines are drawn from the bottom. The Soléra tank can accommodate six vintages together, often contributing to the production of their flagship Cuvée de Réserve. Although the majority of Gallimard's wines are crafted using stainless steel tanks, the family continually explores innovative casks for fermentation and aging, a testament to their commitment to pushing the boundaries of winemaking excellence.
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