Lalou

The RSRV Lalou champagne is a complex and well-controlled blend of Maison Mumm’s best Grand Cru plots of land. From the 12 oldest, most prestigious and best-located terroirs in the vineyard. They have the most assertive character among the Maison’s Grand Cru.

GRAPE VARIETY

• 50% Pinot Noir
• 50% Chardonnay

VINEYARD

• Les Bionnes and Les Perthes (Cramant),
• Les Crupots (Ambonnay),
• Briquettes (Avize),
• Hannepés (Bouzy),
• Les Rochelles (Verzenay)
• Les Houles (Verzy).

GRAPE HARVEST

2008

Memory from 2008

2008 was remarkable for its long, cold winter and for the heavy rains that fell throughout each season. The weather became milder in September offering very good sanitary conditions and allowing the grapes to be picked at their optimum maturity.
In Maison Mumm’s typical style, the RSRV Lalou 2008 vintage reveals the force of the Pinot Noir Grand Cru from the Reims Mountain, which is harmoniously complemented by the fine Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs.

“A beautiful balance between finesse and indulgence, the RSRV Lalou champagne expresses the best of Maison Mumm’s terroir.”

Maison Mumm’s Cellar Master

COLOR

Brilliant and clear

Bright golden reflections

NOSE

Mineral and succulent

At first, there are mineral notes, which then open on accents of pastries. Next come the aromas of candied lemon and pear marmalade, accompanied by vanilla and toasty notes with a hint of brioche.

PALATE

Powerful and round

The attack is assertive and complex. When the wine settles, the palate becomes round and fresh, and it has a nice length.

A tasting that blends perfectly well with soft cheese that are slightly fruity.

TEMPÉRATURE DE SERVICE

Between 8 and 10°C for an aperitif (to reveal its aromas of candied lemon and white fruit), and up to 14°C to accompany a meal (to discover its sweet notes of pastry and nuts)

STORAGE ADVICE

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FOR PAIRINGS WITH

• Roast lobster
• Young Comté cheese

Out of the twelve parcels in Maison Mumm’s vineyard that are reserved for Lalou champagne, seven have been chosen for the unique blend of its 2008 vintage, divided equally between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The seven resulting wines have been pressed separately beforehand and then vinified one by one in the vats.

COLOR

White

VINTAGE

2008

DOSAGE

Brut

Aging

A minimum of 10 years in the Maison’s cellars

CELLARING POTENTIAL

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The dosage is deliberately low – 6 grams of sugar per litre – in order for the 2008 RSRV Lalou champagne to reveal the complexity of its aromas.
RSRV Lalou champagne is available in limited quantities. The fine neck of its bottle allows for a slower evolution of the wine and a better conservation.