Philipponnat Clos des Goisses Long Vieillissement L.V. Champagne

Clos des Goisses is one of Champagne's great single vineyards, a steep, south-facing slope above the Marne that has defined Philipponnat's identity since 1935. The 'Long Vieillissement' (L.V.) bottling is a special release held back in the cellars for extended ageing, revealing the whole dimension and longevity of this remarkable site. The wine is predominantly Pinot Noir with a small proportion of Chardonnay, fermented in oak and aged on lees far longer than the standard Clos des Goisses release. Each vintage expresses the site's tension between richness and minerality, with layers of brioche, toasted nuts, and preserved citrus emerging over time. The palate is powerful yet precise, its structure carrying the weight of the fruit with ease. Released only when the house deems it ready, Clos des Goisses L.V. represents the pinnacle of mature Champagne, both a tribute to patience and a reference point for the region's finest terroir.