We are offering special pricing on this late release from Henri Goutorbe and its a standout Special Club Champagne from the excellent 2012 vintage. Based in the Grand Cru village of Aÿ in the Marne Valley, Goutorbe’s roots lie in vine propagation before evolving into a respected grower-producer, with 25 hectares of estate vineyards—many in top-tier sites. Known for their environmentally conscious viticulture and deep expertise in Pinot Noir, the Goutorbe family has been a member of the Club Trésors de Champagne since 1983, producing Special Club only in top vintages. The 2012 bottling is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, vinified in stainless steel to preserve vibrancy and precision, then aged over a decade on the lees before release. This wine reflects the power and structure of the vintage with Ay’s signature depth, combining ripe orchard fruit, hazelnut, and saline minerality with refined mousse and firm acidity. With a positive review from Galloni and additional bottle age, this is a compelling grower Champagne that overdelivers for the price and is an excellent buy from a great Pinot Noir year at this pricing!

Antonio Galloni 93 pts! Goutorbe’s 2012 Brut Spécial Club Millésime is a wonderful, open-knit Champagne to drink now and over the next handful of years. Dried pear, spice, marzipan, hazelnut and chamomile show the gentle touches of age in an understated fashion that is undeniably appealing. A blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from Grand Cru sites in Aÿ, soft contours wrap this all together. Dosage is 8 grams per liter. Disgorged: October, 2022. (Drink between 2023 - 2030)