Pierre Gimonnet & Fils, Brut Gastronome Vintage:2018 torrefaction

torrefaction

It's full-bodied

rich and plush on the palate

There is both good detail and energy to the refreshing middle weight flavors that exude a subtle minerality on the bitter cherry-inflected finish

A dreadful health crisis from which he is thankfully now slowly recovering put proprietor Eberhard von Kunow entirely out of commission at critical junctures in the evolution of his 2009 crop

Pierre Gimonnet & Fils, Brut Gastronome Vintage:2018 torrefactionThe 2018 Champagne Cuve Gastronome Brut has a bit sunnier feel, with primary fruit aromas of Williams pear, lime blossoms, candy, and green apple. The palate is full and rounded, with a coarser mineral texture throughout compared to the other cuve. It has wonderful salinity and takes on a more savory expression that I find quite attractive. This feel slike it has the structure to carry on for 2 3 decades to come.