Girard Bonnet

Recueil - Extrait n°1 | Bottle 75cl

Description

The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée from Girard-Bonnet is a limited edition champagne that highlights the purity and elegance of Chardonnay from the Grand Cru terroir of Mesnil-sur-Oger. With its subtle aromas and mineral freshness, this champagne from the 2018 vintage is perfect as an aperitif.

The production of Girard-Bonnet's Recueil – Extrait n°1 champagne

The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée is made from 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay, sourced exclusively from the chalky, clay-limestone soils of Mesnil-sur-Oger. This iconic terroir gives the wine exceptional minerality and great aromatic finesse.

The vinification is based on natural methods: fermentation in stainless steel vats with indigenous yeasts, followed by natural malolactic fermentation. The wines are then aged on their lees until bottling. This champagne is produced without fining or filtration, ensuring a pure expression of its terroir. The extra-brut dosage, at only 1.5 g/L, preserves all its freshness and balance.

The 2018 vintage

The 2018 vintage was marked by ideal weather conditions, with a hot, sunny summer that allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly. This exceptional year produced complex, well-balanced Chardonnays with beautiful structure and perfectly controlled acidity.

Tasting notes

• Appearance

  The Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée has a pale gold color, enlivened by a delicate and persistent effervescence.

• Nose

  The nose reveals aromas of citrus, candied lemon and grapefruit, complemented by subtle notes of white flowers and brioche.

• Palate

  On the palate, it is both lively and balanced, with flavors of apricot, pear, and a hint of hazelnut. The finish is long, marked by an elegant minerality.

Serving suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Scallop tartare with lime
• Smoked salmon blinis
• Comté cheese gougères

Main dishes

• Fillet of turbot in white butter sauce
• Roasted lobster with mild spices
• Green asparagus risotto

Desserts

• Lemon meringue pie
• Pear sorbet
• Panna cotta with exotic fruit coulis

The price of a bottle of Recueil Girard-Bonnet

The price of a bottle of Recueil – Extrait n°1 Girard-Bonnet is 74,95 €. This limited edition cuvée, from the 2018 vintage, showcases an exceptional Chardonnay vinified with care and patience.

Reviews of the Recueil Girard-Bonnet cuvée

Champagne lovers appreciate the freshness and precision of this cuvée, as well as its beautiful aromatic expression. Read reviews of the Recueil Girard-Bonnet cuvée to discover the feedback from enthusiasts.

Storing this champagne

To fully enjoy the Recueil – Extrait n°1 cuvée, store it in a dark cellar at a stable temperature of 42°F to 50°F. This champagne can be enjoyed now, but it will continue to improve over the next 10 to 20 years.