Philipponnat Clos des Goisses Extra Brut

Clos des Goisses is the flagship Champagne of Philipponnat, produced from one of the most legendary vineyards in Champagne. Known for its exceptional steepness and ideal southern exposure, this historic site produces Champagnes of remarkable power, minerality, and longevity.

The Legendary Clos des Goisses Vineyard

Clos des Goisses is a historic walled vineyard acquired by Philipponnat in 1935. Located in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, the vineyard is one of the steepest in Champagne, with slopes reaching up to 45 degrees. Its south-facing exposure allows the grapes to achieve exceptional ripeness while preserving freshness and structure.

This unique terroir produces Champagnes known for their concentration, mineral intensity, and remarkable aging potential. Clos des Goisses is widely considered one of the greatest single-vineyard Champagnes in the world.

Style & Character

Clos des Goisses is bottled as Extra Brut, allowing the purity and intensity of the vineyard to shine. The wine typically features a majority of Pinot Noir supported by Chardonnay, resulting in a Champagne that combines richness, structure, and vibrant freshness.

The wine reveals aromas of citrus zest, white peach, toasted brioche, roasted almonds, honey, and chalky minerality. On the palate, it is powerful yet refined, supported by vibrant acidity and a long, structured finish.

Vintage Notes

2010 Vintage

The 2010 vintage experienced challenging climatic conditions, resulting in lower yields but wines of remarkable concentration. Clos des Goisses 2010 expresses powerful structure, intense minerality, and exceptional aging potential.

2011 Vintage

A complex growing season produced a Champagne that balances richness and freshness. The 2011 vintage reveals expressive aromatics, layered fruit, and elegant mineral tension.

2014 Vintage

The 2014 vintage delivered excellent balance between ripeness and freshness. This Clos des Goisses shows precision, elegance, and vibrant structure while maintaining the vineyard’s signature depth and power.

Food Pairing

• Oysters and seafood platters
• Lobster and langoustines
• Roast poultry
• Truffle dishes
• Aged cheeses such as Comté or Gruyère

Serving Recommendation

Serve between 10–12°C in a large Champagne glass to allow the wine’s aromatic complexity and structure to fully develop.

Aging Potential

Clos des Goisses Champagnes are renowned for their longevity. Depending on the vintage, these wines can evolve beautifully for 20 to 30 years or more, gaining deeper complexity with time.

Additional Information

• Producer: Philipponnat
• Region: Champagne, France
• Vineyard: Clos des Goisses
• Blend: Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
• Dosage: Extra Brut
• Available Vintages: 2010, 2011, 2014