The 2015 Pierre Gimonnet & Fils Special Club Chouilly Grand Cru is a rare Blanc de Blancs Champagne crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grown in the Grand Cru village of Chouilly in the Côte des Blancs. Produced in limited quantities and bottled under the prestigious Special Club designation, this vintage highlights the purity, finesse and chalk-driven character that have made Pierre Gimonnet one of Champagne’s most respected grower-producers.
On the palate, it is elegant and beautifully detailed, with flavours of lemon zest, green apple and white peach layered with notes of brioche, toasted almond and delicate white flowers. A fine, creamy mousse is balanced by vibrant acidity and a pronounced chalky minerality, giving the wine both freshness and precision. The finish is long, refined and persistent, carrying citrus and mineral notes with remarkable clarity.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is an outstanding Champagne for lovers of grower-producer Blanc de Blancs styles. The combination of Grand Cru Chardonnay fruit, extended lees ageing and single-village character delivers exceptional elegance and complexity. Drinking beautifully now, it will continue to evolve gracefully over the next 10–15 years. Pair with oysters, scallops, lobster, sashimi, roast turbot or aged Comté cheese.
