Champagne Hugues Godmé - Champagne 1er Cru Chardonnay Les Alouettes Saint Bets 2011
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Champagne Hugues Godmé - Champagne 1er Cru Chardonnay Les Alouettes Saint Bets 2011

Champagne • Champagne • White

£335.00 tax included
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£55.83 / unit
Packaging : 6 x 75CL - Cardboard

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Description

THE Champagne Hugues Godmé 1er Cru Chardonnay Les Alouettes Saint Bets 2011 is an ode to the purity of Chardonnay. This champagne appellation Champagne reveals a unique terroir, enhanced by the expertise of domaine Hugues Godmé. A wine white A sparkling wine that captivates with its finesse and complexity, reflecting the richness of the Champagne terroir. An exceptional vintage to discover.
Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

This Champagne 1er Cru It reveals a shimmering pale gold robe. On the nose, aromas of ripe white fruits mingle with delicate floral notes and a subtle mineral touch. The palate is ample and elegant, with a creamy effervescence and lovely acidity. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a pleasant sensation of freshness and complexity. champagne of great finesse.

Food & wine pairings

Perfect as an aperitif, it will also go wonderfully with seafood, fine fish or aged cheeses.
Producer

Producer

While the Montagne de Reims is the undisputed kingdom of Pinot Noir, Hugues Godmé has isolated a plot of Chardonnay here, located in the Villers-Marmery terroir (classified 1er Cru). The Plot: "Les Alouettes" and "Saint Bets" are two contiguous localities. The soil there is very particular: an outcropping of chalk with very little topsoil, which forces the vine to draw its nutrients from deep underground. Exposure: Facing due East, this plot benefits from the rising sun, ideal for preserving the freshness and aromatic tension of the Chardonnay.

Owner and history

Hugues Godmé, now joined by his daughter Lucille, cultivates approximately 7.5 hectares spread across some forty plots. He is a discreet winemaker whose work is praised by the finest restaurants. Organic & Biodynamic Commitment: The domaine is certified Biodyvin and organic. Hugues Godmé began his conversion in 2006, convinced that healthy soil is the key to pure wine. The Terroir: His vineyards are mainly located in the villages Grand Cru from Verzenay (known for the power of its Pinot Noirs) and Verzy, as well as Villers-Marmery and Ville-Dommange. The Style: Its champagnes are characterized by great crystalline purity, vibrant energy, and very low dosages (often Brut Nature or Extra-BrutThe winemaking process is precise, without fining or filtration, allowing the wine to express itself in its purest form.

Vinification and aging

The 2011 vintage was atypical in Champagne (warm spring, cool and rainy summer). For meticulous winemakers like Hugues Godmé, this resulted in wines of great aromatic finesse and vibrant acidity, far removed from the sunny and opulent vintages.

The team's opinion

A champagne From a connoisseur's perspective, vibrant with energy and complexity, which reveals the grandeur of Champagne Chardonnay. La cuvée "Les Alouettes Saint Bets" 2011 by Hugues Godmé is a gem of domaine, perfectly illustrating the plot selection process taken to its extreme. It is a Champagne which challenges the usual norms of the Montagne de Reims.

  • Serving temperature 8–10 °C

  • Climax 2016 à 2029

Wine profile

  • Fruity
  • Complex
  • Mineral