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Champagne Vinotheque Millesimè Extra Brut - Guy Michel 1989
Guy MichelPinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier Champagne Millésimé Extra Brut 75 cl 1989
$137.10−15%($182.80/ℓ)
Recommended price: $161.22
Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)
Technical information
- Producer
- Guy Michel
- Name
- Champagne Millésimé Extra Brut
- Variety
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
- Vintage
- 1989
- Gradation
- 12.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Notes of yeast, citrus, dried fruit
- Vinification method
- Classic method with secondary fermentation in bottle
- Aging
- Minimum 3 years on lees
- Type of cask
- Oak and steel barrels
- Residual sugars
- Extra Brut (0-6 g/l)
- 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
- Region
- Champagne
- Country
- France
- Production area
- Champagne
- Type
- Extra Brut sparkling wine
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Champagne Vinothèque Millésimé Extra Brut - Guy Michel is a sublime expression of elegance and refinement, crafted by one of the most respected producers in the Champagne region. This champagne is the result of a meticulous selection of grapes, sourced exclusively from a single exceptional vintage, reflecting the distinctive quality and unique character of the terroir in that specific year.
The Guy Michel Vinothèque Millésimé Extra Brut is noted for its very low sugar dosage, which enhances its natural characteristics and the purity of the fruit. In the glass, it presents a bright golden yellow color with fine and persistent bubbles, a symbol of well-executed maturation and high quality.
On the nose, it releases complex aromas of white-fleshed fruit, hazelnuts, brioche, and subtle citrus notes. Prolonged aging on the lees gives this champagne a remarkable aromatic richness, where time seems to have added layers of complexity rather than subtracting them.
On the palate, the Guy Michel Vinothèque Millésimé Extra Brut impresses with its freshness and vivacity. The entry is clean and the acidity well-balanced, with a creaminess that envelops the palate without weighing it down, a sign of excellent balance. Notes of fresh fruit mingle with a sharp minerality leading to a long and fascinating finish, with an aftertaste that lingers, inviting another sip.
This champagne is perfect as an aperitif, but also has the structure to accompany refined dishes such as oysters, fish tartare, or gently seasoned chicken dishes. A true gem for champagne lovers seeking superlative quality and an unforgettable tasting experience.
The Guy Michel Vinothèque Millésimé Extra Brut is noted for its very low sugar dosage, which enhances its natural characteristics and the purity of the fruit. In the glass, it presents a bright golden yellow color with fine and persistent bubbles, a symbol of well-executed maturation and high quality.
On the nose, it releases complex aromas of white-fleshed fruit, hazelnuts, brioche, and subtle citrus notes. Prolonged aging on the lees gives this champagne a remarkable aromatic richness, where time seems to have added layers of complexity rather than subtracting them.
On the palate, the Guy Michel Vinothèque Millésimé Extra Brut impresses with its freshness and vivacity. The entry is clean and the acidity well-balanced, with a creaminess that envelops the palate without weighing it down, a sign of excellent balance. Notes of fresh fruit mingle with a sharp minerality leading to a long and fascinating finish, with an aftertaste that lingers, inviting another sip.
This champagne is perfect as an aperitif, but also has the structure to accompany refined dishes such as oysters, fish tartare, or gently seasoned chicken dishes. A true gem for champagne lovers seeking superlative quality and an unforgettable tasting experience.
The winery
Guy Michel et Fils
Champagne (Vallée de la Marne), Grand Est. ([champagnevisit.be](https://champagnevisit.be/producenten_michelFR.php?utm_source=openai))Francia. ([pierry.fr](https://pierry.fr/services-et-demarches/economie-locale/commerces-et-entreprises/champagne-guy-michel?utm_source=openai))
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)
- Grape varieties
- 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.
The story
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 recognition
Noted and appreciated in specialized guides and reviews.