Michel Gonet operates a successful grower Champagne business alongside their properties in Bordeaux, boasting 38 hectares of vineyards across multiple regions, including notable Grand Cru sites in Côte des Blancs. Located in Avize, the winery is run by a mother-daughter duo, Diane and Sophie Gonet, with Antoine Gomérieux serving as Chef de Cave. The team also benefits from consulting by Marco Pelletier, owner of the Paris-based Vantre restaurant and winemaker at Bordeaux’s Domaine de Galouchey.
The following standout wines showcase the Gonet family’s commitment to quality:
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Champagne Michel Gonet 3 Terroirs Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 2020: Disgorged in 2025, this wine showcases a dynamic profile from grapes sourced across three diverse terroirs (Le Mesnil sur Oger, Vindey, Montgueux). With a dosage of 4 g/l, it features vibrant acidity paired with pear, apple, and lemon flavors, rounded off by gentle toastiness. It’s lively with a saline finish, earning a 93/100 rating.
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Champagne Michel Gonet Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2015: Sourced from the esteemed Le Mesnil-sur-Oger (les Hautes Mottes), this wine is either zero dosage or capped at 2 g/l based on the vintage. It delights with its freshness and sharp citrus fruit, illustrating incredible precision, and garners a remarkable 95/100 rating.
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Champagne Michel Gonet Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2016: This vintage shows an inviting depth along with precision and weight. It balances lemon and pear notes with mineral undertones, resulting in impressive intensity and a long finish, also rated at 95/100.
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Champagne Michel Gonet Les Hautes Mottes Le Mesnil Sur Oger Grand Cru Brut Nature 2018: Crafted from one of the finest sections of Le Mesnil, this wine is a collaboration involving Marco Pelletier. After fermenting in oak and resting five years on lees, it reveals deep layers of toast, honey, and spice, alongside fresh citrus with a hint of salt. Its complexity and depth of character are striking, earning it a top rating of 96/100.
For more information about their wines, visit Champagne Michel Gonet’s website.