Champagne le Mesnil Blanc de Blanc: A Tribute to the Terroir
Thirty years ago, both base wines and champagnes from Mesnil-sur-Oger were characterized by reticence, austerity and a steely palate. Something for experienced cellar masters or the lovers of the particular

In the meantime, the base wines are much more fruity, because of global warming and also thanks to a wide variety of vinification methods. Mesnil winemakers often assemble their Brut with other Chardonnay crus, which softens the typical Mesnil closeness.

Champagne le Mesnil is a cooperative whose members work a total of over 300 hectares of vineyards. Only in Mesnil-sur-Oger. The assemblage of this Blanc de Blancs: 90 percent harvest 2018, eight percent reserve wines 2016, two percent 2014. This Blanc de Blancs is a homage to the original Mesnil taste. Dominant aromas of peaches, structured, strong, straightforward, high acidity, mineral, a wine for those who like an attack on the palate. Champagne le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs embodies the terroir par excellence. No frills and false bottom. 

More about the vintage champagnes coming soon.
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