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Gosset is a Champagne house founded in 1584 in Aÿ, considered the oldest wine house in the Champagne region. Originally producing still wines, the house transitioned to Champagne production while maintaining techniques that minimize malolactic fermentation. Now owned by the Renaud-Cointreau group, Gosset is known for low-dosage and non-dosage prestige cuvées with extended aging on lees, resulting in structured, food-friendly Champagnes with distinctive bottle shapes that reference their long history.
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Is Gosset really the oldest Champagne house?
Gosset was founded in 1584 in the village of Aÿ, making it the oldest wine house in the Champagne region. The family originally produced still wines from Aÿ before transitioning to sparkling Champagne production after the méthode champenoise became established.
What is Gosset's winemaking style regarding dosage?
Gosset is known for low-dosage and non-dosage cuvées, meaning their Champagnes receive less added sugar at disgorgement than most houses, resulting in a drier, more food-oriented profile. They also practice extended lees aging beyond the legal minimums, adding complexity and texture.
What is Gosset's prestige cuvée?
Gosset's top wine is Celebris, a prestige cuvée released in both Vintage and Rosé versions. Celebris undergoes extended aging on lees and is produced only in exceptional years, representing the house's finest expression.
Where is Gosset based and can you visit?
Gosset is headquartered in Aÿ, a Grand Cru village in the Montagne de Reims area of Champagne, where it has maintained a presence for over four centuries. The house offers tastings and visits by appointment at its historic cellars in the village.
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