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Salon Brut Blanc de Blancs le Mesnil 1985

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1985 Vintage

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Salon Brut Blanc de Blancs le Mesnil (1985)

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Winery:
Salon
Varietal:
Chardonnay
Region:
France > Champagne
Type:
Sparkling Wine
Color:
White
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Champagne is specifically a sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France; every other sparkling is simply that, sparkling wine. Made to be aged for a few to many years, in many languages "Champagne" is synonymous with "party". When young, Champagne exhibits the fresh fruit tones of its "cepage", or blend. Usually based on a blend the features either Chardonnay or Pinot Noir as its main ingredient, Champagne's fruit can range from citrusy to orchard fruits and even red berries. The wine gains distinct yeasty notes from its secondary fermentation, the one that adds the fizz, which is typically described as recalling brioche or bread. As it ages Champagne tends to lose its obvious fruit, which is replaced by subtle nutty tones and subdued elements of dried fruits.

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This was a vintage that mystified everyone! Severe winter frosts had destroyed one in ten of every vine in Champagne. Despite the irregular maturity of the clusters at the end of summer, superb sunny weather in September and October enabled the grapes to swell and ripen in perfect conditions. The quality was excellent, producing champagne of remarkable intensity. Salon 1985 is the last of this great vintage to be released - after 15 years on the yeast! It is distinguished by its elegance and great complexity. Bright gold, light and glittering, with aromas of candied fruits, hazelnut, and a touch read more...


 

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