This is the first Rose from Champagne Pierre Gimonnet which is produced using 12% of Pinot Noir from Bouzy; the remaining 88% is a blend of Chardonnay grapes from 4 Grand Cru and 1 Premier Cru vineyards. Pale salmon pink with a very fine mousse. Delicate red berry flavours with a core of minerality, a finely-textured palate and a backbone...

"Very accessible, the nose unfurls with generous notes of red cherry, raspberry, orange peel, sage and liquorice. Firm tannins and refreshing acidity contribute to the wine’s lovely balance." Armit Wines

"Loaded with personality and gorgeous, totally resonant fruit"Antonio Galloni, Vinous"Contemporary, complex and gorgeous form top to toe"Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate

Closed and compact leafy nose. Still very youthful and embryonic. Distinct earthiness with a minerally undertow and ripe cherry. Spectacular balance of ripe, sweet cherry, tangy acidity and really fine, long tannins. Amazing focus and energy. 18.5/20, Walter Speller MW, jancisrobinson.com

The nose of this Champagne is a spring bouquet: rose, wild strawberry, raspberry and later blackberry, combine perfectly to offer the taster aromas, which would be unexpected in a normal rosé Champagne. The mouth follows on from the nose, with the structure of the Pinot Noir leaving at a convincing vinosity at the finish. By virtue of its freshness, this...