La Vigne aux Gamins 2009 from Maison Thiénot is a single-varietal, vintage cuvée that preserves the typicality of the terroir, the year and the natural aromas of Chardonnay. The result is an exceptional wine every year.
This Blanc de Blancs comes exclusively from an Avize parcel planted more than 60 years ago, and which benefits from exemplary assets. The pure chalk subsoil gives the wine great finesse, and the age of the vines ensures that the grapes are wonderfully ripe.
2009 was a year of contrasts, with a harsh winter followed by a stormy spring. Fortunately, five weeks of warm, dry weather just before harvest ensured that the grapes were in exceptional condition.
After bottling, this cuvée was aged for 11 years in the Maison Thiénot cellars, and dosed Brut at 6 g/L after disgorgement.
The nose is expressive of dried fruit with almonds and fresh hazelnuts, mingled with delicate notes of almost candied pear.
On the palate, La Vignes aux Gamins 2009 is long and balanced, fresh and creamy, enhanced by citrus notes with a pleasant hint of bitterness.
