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Champagne les Mesnil Grand Cru Tasting featuring Alain & Olivier Bourguet, Importers
Sigel’s-Greenville (5757 Greenville Ave 75206) Wednesday, May 22nd 4:30-6:30pm
Established in 1937, Champagne le Mesnil is located in le-Mesnil-Sur-Oger, acknowledged as the finest Grand Cru Village for Chardonnay. Producing only Grand Cru Champagnes, these are some of the finest examples of Blanc de Blancs on the market, as well as some of the best values. Join us as we welcome Alaine & Olivier Bourguet, importers of this special producer. They will lead us through a tasting of the current releases which have just returned to the Dallas market.
Le Mesnil Grand Cru Champagnes to be Tasted:
Grand Cru Rose Sublime
Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Dry
Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs
Grand Cru Cuvee Prestige 2007
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Grand Cru Rose Sublime $59.99
49% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir and 13% of red Pinot Noir wine (64% 2014, 36% Reserves). Aged 4 years on the lees. Dosage 9 g/l)
A delicate blend of red wine from Pinot noir of several terroir of Grand Cru Champenois. This wine has seductive aromas, reminiscent of a summer breeze and a lovely fruity palate. An elegant wine, ideal as an aperitif but can also be enjoyed throughout a meal.
Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Dry $45.99
100% Chardonnay (90% 2014, 5% 2013 and 5% 2010), aged 4 years on the lees. Dosage 5 g/l.
Fine mousse and delicate, lemony nose. Nervous and lively on the palate with a direct attack, full and firm midpalate and a limpid finish. This Reserve is crafted by blending Chardonnay from different years selected for their finesse and lightness, which deliver complex and gourmand aromas.
Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs $54.99
100% Chardonnay (90% 2018, 8% 2016 and 2% 2014) , aged 3 years on the lees. Dosage 9.6 g/l.
This particular cuvee is made by blending various parcels of Chardonnay grown in Le Mesnil sur Oger. The wines used are specially selected for their finesse and ethereal qualities which give the wines their complex and mouthwatering flavors. Fine bubbles and sustained effervescence, this seductive Champagne is a reflection of the expertise of Le Mesnil House. Beautiful balance between fruits and pastries supported by the minerality of the wine defining this vintage of gourmet. Le Mesnil Brut is perfect throughout a meal, from aperitif to dessert and indeed at any time of the day or night.
Grand Cru Cuvee Prestige 2007 $69.99
100% Chardonnay, aged 12 years on the lees. Dosage 10.6 g/l.
A blend of wines from the heart of Le Mesnil, with a southerly aspect averaging 40 years old. This top quality cuvee is made with no malolactic fermentation in order to retain all of the Chardonnay character. Nice attack in the mouth with citrus flavors, especially grapefruit, accentuated by the minerality of the Mesnil terroir. The flagship of the range, this wine is made to be appreciated by champagne aficionados and has great length on the palate.
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