COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Launois Père et Fils
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Launois Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru Maxime Millésime 2017 is a single-varietal Champagne made entirely from Chardonnay grapes, sourced from the esteemed Grand Cru vineyards of the Côte des Blancs, specifically Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. The Launois Père et Fils estate, established in 1872, is a family-run operation now in its eighth generation, dedicated to showcasing the chalky terroir of their region. This commitment to the land and traditional winemaking practices defines their approach to producing authentic grower Champagnes.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Exclusively Chardonnay, a 'Blanc de Blancs' style.
Fact 02
Sourced from Grand Cru vineyards, the highest classification.
Fact 03
Family-run estate for over 150 years.
Fact 04
Located in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, a Chardonnay mecca.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Launois Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru Maxime Millésime 2017 is produced using the traditional Champenoise method, with 100% Chardonnay grapes. Following primary fermentation, likely in stainless steel with potential for some oak influence, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle. It is then aged on its lees for an extended period, typically a minimum of 30 months, to develop complexity and refine its texture before disgorgement. The estate's philosophy emphasizes the expression of the chalky terroir of the Côte des Blancs.
