1999 Philipponnat Clos des Goisses

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Tasting notes

Tasting notes
Score 17/20 · Drink 2012-2019, Jancis Robinson MW, Oct 2009

Quite a rich nose and then, initially at least, a surprisingly tight palate. Not desperately long – lighter than most vintages. Introvert at present although it became silkier in the glass. Charles Philipponnat said he now regrets having released the 1999 before the 1998 because although it is lighter, it seems to be developing much more slowly than he expected. (JR)

Critic scores

Critic scores
95
95/100

Average Score

95
95/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

More reviews and scores

95 points
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
Score 95/100 · Drink 2011-2024, Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate, Dec 2008

The 1999 Clos des Goisses flows from the glass with the essence of minerals, chalk, smoke, ash, white peaches, pears, flowers and sweet oak. This is a muscular, powerful wine that needs serious bottle age to come around, yet it possesses striking clarity and detail in its aromatics and flavors. Clos des Goisses is one of the most rewarding wines to drink when mature, and I have no doubt this will be another splendid version. This refined, sumptuous wine is not to be missed. Clos des Goisses is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, and 30% of the wine was fermented in oak. This bottle was disgorged in March 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024. Philipponnat makes a wide range of wines but the house’s fame rests squarely on the monumental Clos des Goisses, a Pinot-dominated Champagne that emerges from a 5.5 hectare vineyard in Mareuil-sur-Ay. Oddly enough Clos des Goisses remains a wine for insiders despite a track record few wines can match, as it is one of the most ageworthy Champagnes on the market. Quality throughout the rest of the range is less brilliant. Importer: Ex Cellars Wine Agencies, Inc., Solvang, CA; tel. (805) 686-9153

95 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 95/100 · Drink 2013-2024, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2008

The 1999 Clos des Goisses flows from the glass with the essence of minerals, chalk, smoke ash, white peaches, pears, flowers and sweet oak. This is a muscular, powerful wine that needs serious bottle age to come around, yet it possesses striking clarity and detail in its aromatics and flavors. Clos des Goisses is one of the most rewarding wines to drink when mature, and I have no doubt this will be another splendid version. This refined, sumptuous wine is not to be missed. Clos des Goisses is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, and 30% of the wine was fermented in oak. This bottle was disgorged in March 2007.

95 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 95/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous

The 1999 Clos des Goisses flows from the glass with the essence of minerals, chalk, smoke, ash, white peaches, pears, flowers and sweet oak. This is a muscular, powerful wine that needs serious bottle age to come around, yet it possesses striking clarity and detail in its aromatics and flavors. Clos des Goisses is one of the most rewarding wines to drink when mature, and I have no doubt this will be another splendid version. This refined, sumptuous wine is not to be missed. Clos des Goisses is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, and 30% of the wine was fermented in oak. This bottle was disgorged in March 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024. Dec 2008, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

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Philipponnat

Champagne Philipponnat, an historic family estate that has been cultivating the region for an extraordinary 500 years, has been producing Champagne on the Clos des Goisses site since 1935. Charles Philipponnat is currently at the helm of the Champagne House.

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Product details

Country / Region
Colour

White

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Product sub-type

Blanc de Noirs

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