Grape
85% Pinot Noir, 15% Chardonnay
Dosage
4.5g/L
From the Champagne region’s most exceptional hillside vineyard: The 5.83 hectare vineyard protected by walls is one of the region’s few “clos” and the oldest and steepest in Champagne. In a perfect position facing due south, it stands on the best hillside in Mareuil-sur-Ay. It really is an exceptional terroir where the chalky bedrock is very close to the surface.
Tasting notes
Exhibits aromas of citrus, apple, and toast. The palate is powerful and concentrated with flavors of lemon, apple, and a touch of brioche, with a long, mineral finish.
Robert Parker 96/100
"Describes the 2012 Clos des Goisses as a powerful and expressive champagne, with a complex bouquet of ripe orchard fruits, citrus zest, and hints of toasted brioche. The palate is full-bodied and richly textured, showcasing layers of fruit flavors balanced by a vibrant acidity and a pronounced mineral backbone. The finish is long, elegant, and characterized by a persistent saline note that adds depth and complexity."
More About The Winery
Champagne Philipponnat is a historic family house based in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, with roots in the region dating back to 1522. For over five centuries, the Philipponnat family has been closely connected to Champagne, building a reputation for precise, terroir-driven wines with strong Pinot Noir character. Today, the house is led by Charles Philipponnat, continuing the family’s commitment to quality and identity.
The house owns vineyards in some of Champagne’s finest terroirs, including Premier and Grand Cru villages across the Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne. Pinot Noir plays a central role in the style, bringing structure, depth, and ageing potential, complemented by Chardonnay for freshness and Pinot Meunier for balance. Sustainable viticulture and careful parcel selection are key elements of the philosophy.
Philipponnat is particularly renowned for its iconic Clos des Goisses, a historic single vineyard overlooking the Marne River, known for producing powerful, structured, and long-lived Champagnes. Across the range, the wines are vinified with precision, often using a proportion of oak and reserve wines to enhance complexity while maintaining freshness and purity.
The style of Champagne Philipponnat is defined by tension, vinosity, and elegance, offering structured Champagnes with depth, mineral backbone, and excellent ageing potential.
