Henri Goutorbe 'Cuvee Prestige' 1er Cru Brut NV

A brilliant expression of the Vallée de la Marne, the Henri Goutorbe Cuvée Prestige is a rich, Pinot Noir-driven Champagne that masterfully balances firmness with absolute generosity. Sourced from the family’s esteemed Premier and Grand Cru vineyards in and around the storied village of Aÿ, this wine delivers the classic, full-bodied signature that the Goutorbe house is celebrated for. With a healthy inclusion of reserve wines and three to four years of aging on the lees, the Cuvée Prestige is an inviting, complex, and highly expressive Champagne that feels as luxurious as it does refreshing.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A warm, luminous golden color with a lively, energetic, and fine mousse.

• Nose: Assertive, powerful, and aromatic. A highly expressive bouquet jumps from the glass, layered with aromas of toasted brioche, warm baked apple tart, dried cherry, and a hint of almond cream.

• Palate: Generous and full-bodied yet impeccably structured. The richness of ripe yellow peach, juicy pear, and lemon confit is expertly countered by a vibrant, mouthwatering acidity. Expect a complex, savory mid-palate that gives way to a long, clean finish tinged with candied kumquat and a distinct, chalky salinity.

Perfect Pairings

Thanks to its Pinot-dominant backbone and concentrated fruit profile, this is an incredibly versatile food wine. It can stand up beautifully to rich, savory dishes like roasted sea bass served over creamed chanterelle mushrooms, seared scallops, or a classic herb-roasted chicken. It also makes a phenomenal companion to aged, nutty cheeses like Comté or Gruyère.