{"title":"Gaston Chiquet Champagne","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGaston Chiquet: Grower Champagne from the Vallée de la Marne\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaston Chiquet Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from one of the oldest grower families in Champagne. The Chiquets have tended vines around the village of Dizy since the 18th century, and today the estate farms its own Premier and Grand Cru vineyards in Dizy, Aÿ and Hautvillers. Every bottle is made from the family’s own grapes, which makes Gaston Chiquet a true \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrdwine.com\/collections\/grower-champagnes\" title=\"Grower Champagne\"\u003egrower Champagne\u003c\/a\u003e (Récoltant-Manipulant, or RM on the label).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is generous and food-friendly: ripe orchard fruit and red-berry depth from Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, lifted by Chardonnay freshness and a fine, creamy mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Gaston Chiquet Range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremier Cru Brut Tradition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate’s signature non-vintage blend of Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Round, bright and versatile, it is a smarter alternative to big-house Brut at a similar price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrand Cru Blanc de Blancs d’Aÿ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bottle that made the estate famous. Aÿ is Pinot Noir country, yet Gaston Chiquet makes a rare 100% Chardonnay Blanc de Blancs there. It is richer and rounder than Côte des Blancs Chardonnay, with a distinctive, almost creamy texture. The vintage version adds depth and toastiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremier Cru Brut Rosé\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh red berries, a dry finish and real structure, ideal with salmon, tuna or a holiday ham.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnums for the Holidays\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral cuvées are available in 1.5L magnum. Champagne ages more slowly and gracefully in a magnum, and nothing makes a bigger impression on a holiday table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Serve Gaston Chiquet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 45–50°F (7–10°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGlass:\u003c\/b\u003e a tulip or white wine glass shows off the aromas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePairings:\u003c\/b\u003e fried chicken, gougeres, oysters, roast turkey and creamy cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to compare styles? Explore our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mrdwine.com\/collections\/champagne\" title=\"Champagne\"\u003eChampagne collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGaston Chiquet FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gaston Chiquet a grower Champagne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Gaston Chiquet is a Récoltant-Manipulant (RM): the family grows all the grapes and makes the wine at its estate in Dizy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Gaston Chiquet Blanc de Blancs d’Aÿ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare 100% Chardonnay Champagne from the Grand Cru village of Aÿ, an area best known for Pinot Noir. It is rich, round and creamy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Gaston Chiquet good Champagne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one of the most respected grower estates in the Vallée de la Marne, offering Premier and Grand Cru quality at prices that compete with big-house Brut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is Gaston Chiquet from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate is based in Dizy, next to Épernay, with vineyards in Dizy, Aÿ and Hautvillers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gaston-chiquet-premier-cru-brut-tradition-champagne-france-nv","title":"Gaston Chiquet Premier Cru Brut Tradition, Champagne, France NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLightly floral. 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