Philipponnat Clos de Goisses 2011 AOC 0.75l

Philipponnat Clos de Goisses 2011 AOC 0.75l represents one of Champagne's most distinctive wines, a wine made from the eponymous Clos de Goisses, a walled parcel in the commune of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, facing southwest and nestled in marly limestone soil that guarantees crisp minerals and extraordinary depth. Philipponnat, a historic Champagne house, is distinguished by its family-run business rooted in the terroir, a curiosity that places the parcel at the center, and a philosophy that favors the balance between power and refinement at every stage of the production process. The production philosophy is based on careful manual harvests, parcel-by-parcel selection, and extended aging on the lees that concentrates the terroir's energy without weighing it down: a reading of the terroir that favors precision, clean maturation, and a personality that remains recognizable from vintage to vintage. Compared to other wines in its category, Clos de Goisses stands out for its signature terroir: the combination of unique exposure, structure, and a flavor that gives the bottle a long finish that invites repeat tasting. The 2011 vintage reveals a vigorous elegance: upon first impressions, notes of ripe citrus, brioche, and a light toasted almond are detected, supported by a minerality that seems to grip the finish and prolong the purity of the sip; the creamy mousse envelops without weighing down, accompanying a slowly building complexity. This wine finds an ideal place in the house's portfolio: it is not just a bottle for important occasions, but a presence that invites slow tastings, fine dining, and moments of contemplation over the years to come. Clos de Goisses's role within the Philipponnat range is to represent the house's signature terroir, offering a selection that is both celebratory and meditative, capable of accompanying important dishes and moments of reflection, always with a consistency that reflects the STELT vision: elevated simplicity, measured depth, and respect for the territory.