Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2010

Burnt sugar, passionfruit and candied citrus create an unexpectedly exotic profile for this storied single vineyard. The 55% Pinot Noir, 45% Chardonnay blend feels lush and approachable, with soft contours that make this vintage an outlier in the Clos des Goisses portfolio. Extended aeration reveals lifted floral perfume that adds complexity. This challenging vintage produced just 5,000 bottles and breaks the estate's aging tradition, drink now with proper decanting rather than cellaring.