Domaine Gouffier - Cremant de Bourgogne Extra Brut 2018 750ml (12.5% ABV)

When Frédéric Gueugneau was growing up in the village of Fontaines, he would often work at the Gouffier estate under the direction of Jerome Gouffier. Years later, when Gouffier fell ill, and passed away, Frédéric was asked by the Gouffier family to assume control of the domaine in 2011.

The nearly 200-year old estate had been through several name changes throughout its history, but had always remained a part of the extended Gouffier lineage. The property oozes history, as evidenced by its stunning, stone-domed cellar, which had once served as a bunker in the time of Napoleon Bonaparte.

With 5.5-hectares spread across eight appellations, the domaine was in need of a fresh start. Frédéric, who had worked previously at La Chabliesienne for eight years, took about the task of reinvigorating the vines of Gouffier by instituting organic farming practices. While there are no vineyards in Fontaines—which sits between the villages of Mercurey and Rully—the varied sites throughout the area allow Frédéric and his partner, Benoit Pagot, to offer several expressions of Cote Chalonnaise.

Recent vintages of Gouffier have reflected the intelligent approach of infusion, demonstrating perfect balance, a flawless integration of aging, resulting in wines of energy and precision which have garnered attention and accolades in France.

floral aroma, citrus pith, gorgeous texture

varietal(s): 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay

region: burgundy, france 

style: sparkling méthode champenoise

farming & cellar: limestone and clay. The vineyards are worked organically and are plowed. 

pairing: comté burger & fries