Pierre Gerbais Extra-Brut Grains de Celles NV
The Wine Advocate
RP 89
Reviewed by: Stephan Reinhardt
Release Price: NA
Drink Date: 2016 - 2026
The NV Grains de Celles Extra Brut is 100% Côte de Bar and assembles all the 20 different parcels cultivated by the family, which adds up to 50% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Blanc. Based on 2012 (with less than 5% réserve wines) it was disgorged in December 2015 with three grams of dosage. The wine opens a bit reductive and displays a clear, intense fruit and brioche aromas. Full-bodied, creamy and round on the palate, but also pure and very elegant, this is a bone dry Champagne to be served with food. Good intensity and character in the finish.
Published: Jun 30, 2016