Champagne Hugues Godmé Les Terres d’Unions NV

France, Champagne, Montagne de Reims
Bottle
Identity
Producer Hugues Godmé
Vol 0.75
Classification Premier Cru
Grapes Chardonnay, Meunier, Pinot Noir
Color white
Tasting
Color Desc Vivid Champagne with ripe green apple and blackberry fruit
Aroma Ripe green apple, blackberry, almond skin, anise, minerality, elegance, fresh fruit, floral notes, brioche, honey, chalky nuances, complexity, energy, straightforward identity
Palate Firm acidity, lacy and almost crunchy mousse, balanced acidity, refined structure, texture from lees aging, freshness, purity of aromas, complexity, minerality, elegance
Finish Chalky finish with lingering almond skin and anise accents, balanced and persistent, elegant and refined
Food Pairing Aperitif, fish dishes
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGH
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGH
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
Organic Yes
Biodynamic Yes
Aging Process Slow fermentation and cellar maturation on lees
Fermentation Slow fermentation, vinified separately to preserve terroir diversity, use of indigenous yeasts and stainless-steel vats
Terroir
Vine Age Average 30 years, oldest over 60 years
Harvest Type manual
Harvest Desc Harvesting is carried out by hand to ensure careful selection of the ripest, healthiest bunches
Interesting facts
Hugues Godmé transitioned to biodynamic farming after personal health concerns; certified organic in 2013 and biodynamic in 2014; vineyards average 30 years old with some over 60 years; part of Biodyvin association