The Gremillet estate was founded by Jean-Michel Gremillet in 1979 when he inherited a plot of vines from his mother, Lulu. Today, the house possesses over 40 hectares of vineyards and is situated in a small village 45 kilometres from Troyes - the historic capital of Champagne - and 180 kilometres south of Reims. The vines lie on steep, sun-drenched hillsides in Kimmeridgian clay-limestone soils. Pinot Noir is king here, and constitutes around 94% of Gremillet's plantings, with the remainder dedicated to Chardonnay, ideal for creating a classic, baked biscuit, rich, fruit-flavoured Champagne. Here at Hattersley Wines, we've worked closely with Gremillet for over 35 years, a true testament to the quality of their Champagnes.

The vineyards, situated in the southern reaches of Troyes, achieve greater ripeness which leads to richer fruit and classic baked biscuit flavours mixed with characteristic toasty, brioche overtones.

Only the first, lightest pressings are used, as is usual for fine Champagne. Classic slow second fermentation in bottle is followed by maturation on its lees for two and a half years before being disgorged.

Although delicious on its own, well chilled, or with light bites and simple fish dishes, this Champagne's richer, more mature, yeasty complexity should also cope with stronger-flavoured fish such as mackerel or smoked salmon, and creamy or wine-based sauces.

Decanter World Wine Awards - Gold Medal