Champagne Gimonnet-Gonet L’Origine Magnum – Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut, 1,50 L

This champagne already makes a statement in the 0.75-litre bottle, but in the magnum, it becomes noticeably more powerful. More calm, more depth, more tension. This is exactly how you want a Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs to be when it is given time and not seeking quick effects.

L'Origine impressively shows why the Grand Cru classification for Chardonnay is far from empty. The salty, chalky minerality takes centre stage from the very beginning, supported by an incredibly fine balance and an acidity that is never loud but carries elegantly. With 4 grams of dosage, the style remains distinctly dry while still appearing harmonious and very approachable.

On the nose, classic citrus notes emerge, including lime and zest, accompanied by a creamy, almost powdery texture that immediately evokes the chalky soils around Le Mesnil. On the palate, everything is precise, calm, and very long. The magnum adds an extra level of composure, allowing each element to merge perfectly without any dominance.

It is best enjoyed from large glasses and served slightly warmer, ideally around 10 to 12 degrees Celsius. A little air certainly does not harm; on the contrary, patience is richly rewarded. This is Grand Cru at a very high level, uncompromisingly excellent, and a superb expression of the House of Champagne Gimonnet-Gonet. It is simply even more impressive in magnums.