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Wine Description
The Story
The ultimate expression of the signature Thiénot style, the unique ageing of this single varietal vintage cuvée retains the specific character of the terroir, the year and natural Chardonnay aromas. La Vigne aux Gamins is a highly original Champagne, full of flavour.
With its almost translucent appearance, the bouquet reveals aromas of candied fruits, fresh hay and almonds. Remarkably long on the palate, La Vigne aux Gamins is a unique and...
Vintage 1997
A cold winter was followed by significant spring frosts. The early summer was warm, but cool weather and rain persisted throughout the flowering period. Summer ended with warm temperatures, lending some hot-year characteristics to the year's wines even if acidity remained high at 8.5 g/l. Rot played a role in some vineyards. A small harvest (9,402 kg/ha) was picked from September 12th onwards. The 1997 vintage was rather overlooked, following ...
