Paul Launois Blanc de Blancs Composition #3 Review
Paul Launois is a grower-producer Champagne house in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger — Champagne’s most elite Grand Cru, home to Salon and Krug.
Wine review by: Jessyca Frederick |
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About this Wine
Wine: NV Blanc de Blancs Composition #3
Blend: 100% Chardonnay
Region: Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Champagne, France
Retail price: $47
I consumed it: July 2021
My source: The Michelin Wine Club by Wine Access
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From this wine club: The Michelin Wine Club by Wine Access
From this winery: Paul Launois
Wine color/style: Sparkling wine
Grape variety or blend: Champagne
Blanc de Blancs Composition #3: What I think
Paul Launois is a grower-producer Champagne house in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger — Champagne’s most elite Grand Cru, home to Salon and Krug.
It’s hard to imagine a more food-friendly Champagne — it was super dry with tiny bubbles. The persistent flavors for me were the hallmark brioche and a bit of chalkiness.
At Californios, the Michelin-starred restaurant which collaborated on this wine club shipment, beverage director Charlotte Randolph often greets guests with this Champagne before they begin their tasting menu. The suggested pairing was a Black Truffle Chicharrón with Tsar Nicoulai Caviar and Chive Mousse… not exactly something you’re likely to prepare for yourself at home, but fun to dream about.
Last updated: August 2, 2023
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