Guy Michel

Champagne Vinotheque Millesimè Extra Brut - Guy Michel 2005

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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Guy Michel
Name Champagne Millésimé Extra Brut
Variety Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Vintage 2005
Gradation 12.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Notes of yeast, citrus, dried fruit
Vinification method Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
Residual sugars Extra Brut (0-6 g/l)
Region Champagne
Country France
Type Extra Brut sparkling wine
Aging Minimum 3 years on the lees
Type of cask Oak barrels and steel
Color Straw yellow with golden reflections
Serving temperature 8-10°C
Recommended consumption To be consumed young or within 5 years
Pairing Aperitifs, seafood, light dishes
Guy Michel's Champagne Vinotheque Millesimé Extra Brut is a refined and distinctive expression from the Champagne region of France. This wine, crafted using a meticulous selection of grapes from the finest plots, highlights the mastery and attention to detail that the Guy Michel winery dedicates to the creation of its prestigious champagnes.

This Millesimé, usually released only in exceptional vintages, displays an impeccable balance between power and finesse. The term "Extra Brut" indicates a low level of residual sugars, making this champagne particularly appealing for those who prefer a drier and more straightforward style. The aromatic complexity is striking: on the nose, there are notes of ripe citrus, white flowers, and mineral accents that betray the limestone character of the soil.

On the palate, the freshness is immediate, accompanied by a delicate and persistent mousse that caresses the palate, leaving room for a long and clean finish, with an aftertaste that brings to mind notes of bread crust and delicate almond.

Served chilled, this Champagne Extra Brut Millesimé is ideal as an aperitif but also has the structure and complexity to accompany refined dishes of fish or white meats. It is also an excellent companion for special moments, celebrating occasions with elegance and style.

The mastery of Guy Michel in creating these limited selections makes each bottle of Champagne Vinotheque Millesimé Extra Brut a collectible and enjoyable work of art for memorable moments.
The winery

Guy Michel et Fils – Winery in Champagne (Vallée de la Marne), Grand Est. ([champagnevisit.be](https://champagnevisit.be/producenten_michelFR.php?utm_source=openai))

Discover the story and wines of Guy Michel et Fils.

Family-run Champagne house based in Pierry (Vallée de la Marne), known for its library of vintages and traditional cuvées. (https://www.champagnedevignerons.fr/vignerons/champagne-guy-michel/?utm_source=openai)
Region: Champagne (Vallée de la Marne), Grand Est. ([champagnevisit.be](https://champagnevisit.be/producenten_michelFR.php?utm_source=openai))
Country: Francia. ([pierry.fr](https://pierry.fr/services-et-demarches/economie-locale/commerces-et-entreprises/champagne-guy-michel?utm_source=openai))
Grapes: Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Vinothèque featuring rare vintages and extended in-cellar aging. Vineyards spread over approximately ten communes in the Vallée de la Marne. Cover-cropping practices in the vineyards and traditional vineyard care. Produces cuvées such as Brut Réserve, Blanc de Blancs, Rosé and vintages. Commercial presence and distribution through international specialist retailers.
Winery history
Production is tied to a wine‑growing family whose roots, according to various online references, extend across multiple generations; the house has established itself as a producer of vintage Champagnes and maintains a small cellar of archive vintages. Sources report information on family continuity and historical dates in a way that is not entirely consistent.
Production philosophy
Style focused on the quality of extended ripening and respect for the terroir: meticulous vineyard management, traditional winemaking and attention to preserving the freshness and character of the grapes. Attention to older vintages and to cellar maturation is a hallmark of the maison.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in Pierry, in the heart of the Vallée de la Marne. The vineyard is spread across several communes, offering a mosaic of terroirs that contributes to the complexity of the cuvées.
Awards and recognitions
Noted and appreciated in specialized guides and reviews.

Official Awards

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