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Champagne blanc de blancs 1995 - Domaine Salon - bottle

Champagne blanc de blancs 1995 - Domaine Salon - label

Champagne blanc de blancs 1995 - Domaine Salon - neck

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Champagne Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs 1995

Champagne blanc de blancs, Vintage 1995, Domaine Salon

Reference:

CH_243

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Tasting notes for the Champagne Salon "Le Mesnil" Blanc de Blancs 1995

EYE: Upon sight, this Blanc de Blancs reveals a deep and brilliant golden hue. The vibrant reflections evoke a mature richness, while the delicate bubbles gracefully rise in the glass, creating a constant and captivating effervescence.
NOSE: The wine opens with an elegant complexity. Subtle aromas of ripe white-fleshed fruits, such as juicy peach and sweet pear, dance alongside delicate notes of freshly picked white flowers. A subtle touch of pastry, reminiscent of golden croissants, harmoniously blends with nuances of honey and toasted hazelnut. Gentle mineral accents underline the entirety, providing a captivating olfactory depth.
MOUTH: This Champagne unveils a creamy texture that elegantly glides over the palate. The refined flavors of persistent white fruits, notably mature pear and crisp apple, are elevated by delicate touches of fresh brioche and praline. The remarkably fine bubbles bring a subtle freshness that perfectly balances the richness of the flavors. The finish is long and precise, leaving a sensation of purity and softness.

In short: The Champagne Salon "Le Mesnil" Blanc de Blancs 1995 captivates on all fronts. Visually, its deep golden robe and elegant bubbles evoke evident refinement. On the nose, its complex bouquet harmoniously combines aromas of ripe white fruits, enchanting floral notes, and accents of delectable pastry. On the palate, its creamy texture delivers a tasteful experience of great elegance, uniting flavors of pear, apple, and brioche, harmoniously balanced by subtle freshness. This Champagne ideally pairs with a variety of dishes, including delicate seafood, refined sushi, tender sauced poultry, elaborate vegetarian dishes, and soft cheeses. Possessing an impressive aging potential, it can be cellared for another 8 to 10 years to further refine its unique characteristics.

Other appellations from this estate: Cuvée S de Salon (the house's only cuvée)

Product Details

Reference CH_243

Data sheet

Vintage: 1995

Format: 75 cl

Color: White Wine

Grape Variety: Chardonnay

% vol.: 12 %

Appellation: Champagne

Region: Champagne

Producer: Salon

Serving T°: 8°C - 10 °C

Type: Blanc de Blancs
Brut

CRD: Yes

Label: Damaged

Producer: Champagne Salon

Champagne Salon

Historic Champagne house from Mesnil-sur-Oger

The legend of Salon began with one man: Eugène Aimé Salon, born in 1867 in the little village of Pocancy. Although he was destined to become a teacher, young Aimé had other ambitions. He left his native Champagne region and moved to Paris, in the hope of becoming a successful businessman. He started an apprenticeship in a Montreuil fur trading company and was so good at his job that he soon got promoted. Eventually, he became the new manager. Aimé was now part of the crème de la crème in Paris, but still… This man, born in Champagne, was struggling to find a bottle of Champagne worth anything during all the dinner parties he attended.

He decided that enough was enough. He decided that he’d produce the purest Champagne he would ever taste, with no blending whatsoever. Following the advice of his brother-in-law (who was an oenologist), Aimé Salon bought a hectare of vineyard on the Côte des Blancs terroir, near the village of Mesnil-sur-Oger, and got to work. In 1905, he created the very first Blanc de Blancs Champagne, made using only Chardonnay grapes. Eugène Aimé was satisfied. He didn’t want to sell his champagne, prefering to keep it for his own personal consumption. However, over the years, his ever-expanding circle of friends pushed him to go a step beyond. Thus, in 1920, Aimé founded the Salon House.

His first sold cuvée was an instant hit. The classiest Parisian restaurants wanted to feature Salon Champagne on their wine list. Everybody saw Eugène Aimé as a pioneer, but he was also a true perfectionist. He only sold the best vintages he produced, which severely limited the number of available bottles but strengthened the popularity of his exceptional cuvées. After his death in 1941, the Salon House was managed by his sister Léa. She sold it to the CDC company (which stands for “Compagnie Dubonnet-Cinzano-Byrrh”) in 1963. Later, the Salon brand was bought by the Pernod Ricard group, and then once again by Laurent-Perrier in 1988.

Since 1905, there have only been 42 vintages released by the Salon House. The last of these grands crus champagnes was from 2012, made in accordance with the original founder’s vision. Today still, the famous “Cuvée S” from the Salon House is considered to be one of the best champagnes ever made. Connoisseurs all over the world see it as the perfect expression of its Côte des Blancs terroir.

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