Pierre Gimonnet & Fils - Extra Brut 1er Cru Oenophile 2008
2*Coup de Coeur
Hachette
17/20
Bettane & Desseauve
92/100
Robert Parker
15,5/20
RVF
“The Gimmonets use low dosages. For the 2008 vintage, they dared to produce a brut nature—undosed—by selecting their finest terroirs in the communes of Cramant, Chouilly, Oger (grands crus), Cuis, and Vertus (1er cru). This Champagne expresses itself wonderfully on the nose, releasing aromas of vanilla, brioche, and notes of candied citrus. Fresh and indulgent, the palate is delicate and ripe. A rare harmony, “sun-kissed.” A superb embodiment of a great vintage. ” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2017). A cuvée with a distinct Grand Cru character, for lovers of Champagne—and of highly distinctive Champagnes!
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Eye
golden dress
Nose
very elegant, fresh, and mineral-like shades
Palate
Beautiful, refined tension and mineral-driven power
Serve
at 8-10°C
Open
and serve!
Drink starting at
2017
Drink before
2022
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with appetizers, white meats, fish...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 17/20 (Reference wine)
Rated estate (2025 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the wine:
Straightforward, robust, and mineral-driven, this wine is the perfect pairing for lobster.
About the estate:
Didier and Olivier Gimonnet carry on the family estate, cultivating 30 hectares and 40 plots across five villages in the Côte des Blancs—Cuis, Cramant, Oger, Chouilly, and Vertus—from which they strive to produce the purest expressions of these wines, with low dosages. As true lovers of the vineyard, their viticultural approach is focused on respecting the soil and promoting biodiversity. Pioneers in plot-by-plot winemaking in stainless-steel tanks, in the art of blending, and in producing truly dosage-free champagnes, the Gimonnet style is recognizable for its refined, precise, and elegant complexity.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2017) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
Rated Estate: Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the wine:
The Gimonnet family uses low dosages. For the 2008 vintage, they ventured to produce a brut nature—a non-dosage champagne—by selecting their finest terroirs in the communes of Cramant, Chouilly, Oger (grands crus), Cuis, and Vertus (1er cru). This champagne expresses itself beautifully on the nose, releasing aromas of vanilla, brioche, and notes of candied citrus. Fresh and rich on the palate, it is delicate and ripe. A rare harmony, “sun-kissed.” A superb embodiment of a great vintage.
About the estate:
The Gimonnet de Cuis family traces its roots back to the 18th century. The champagne house was founded in the 1920s by Pierre. His son Michel was an early adopter of single-vineyard winemaking. His grandsons, Didier and Olivier, joined the estate in the 1980s and took over in 1996. They manage a large estate (29 ha) in the Côte des Blancs, comprising Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. Their lineup features Blanc de Blancs, with the exception of rosé.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated 92/100 (Wonderful wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2017 guide) 15,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated Estate (2025 Guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won’t be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The Oenophile has developed beautifully, with a delicate, anise-scented profile that is complex and elegant. Made primarily from Chardonnays from Cramant and Chouilly, this 2008 stands out as a fine wine for both aging and everyday enjoyment.
About the estate:
Few Champagne winemakers can claim, as Didier and Olivier Gimonnet do, to manage a 28-hectare estate in the Côte des Blancs, including 12 hectares of Grand Cru vineyards in Cuis, Vertus, Cramant, Chouilly, and Oger. The two brothers continue the tradition of blending terroirs while maintaining their refined, understated style—free of any harshness (thanks to malolactic fermentation) and never overly exuberant—appealing to both novices and connoisseurs of great Blanc de Blancs. The Gimonnets brilliantly tame the Chardonnays of Cuis, which are often cold and austere.
Wine Spectator
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Customer Rating
4.2/5
based on 18 reviews
Review by M. D. D. Published on December 5, 2017
Average for a 2008 Blanc de Blancs. Once again, I let myself be misled by the press reviews.
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Review and rating by Mr. ARNAUD M. Posted on January 11, 2023
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Review by Mr. PATRICK M. Posted on January 15, 2022
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Review and comment by Mr. BRUNO D. Posted on April 30, 2020
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Review by Mr. CHRISTIAN B. Published on January 7, 2020
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Review and comment by Mr. OLIVIER L. Posted on September 8, 2019
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Review by Mr. RAPHAEL M. Published on September 7, 2019
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Review by Mr. DANIEL S. Posted on January 9, 2019
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Review by Mr. PAUL V. Published on December 7, 2018
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Review by Mr. BERTRAND B. Published on December 2, 2018
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