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Whisky aficionados may well be familiar with the name Paul Launois, known for their exclusive limited releases of Ardnamurchan single malt, aged in casks sourced from this independent Champagne house.
Julien and Sarah Launois currently oversee 19 plots, totalling just over 6.5 hectares of Chardonnay vines in the Grand Cru Mesnil-sur-Oger. These vineyards have been meticulously tended by the Launois family for generations. Remarkably, it wasn't until 2015 that Julien and Sarah established Champagne Paul Launois, bearing the name of their son. Prior to this venture, the Launois family traditionally sold their grapes to their local co-operative.
Crafted from Meunier grapes sourced from the Ardre Valley, this Blanc de Noir champagne is a distinctive creation. Nestled on moderately steep slopes, the vineyards in the Vallée de l'Ardre span both sides of the river and its tributaries, dispersed across approximately twenty communes. These vineyards flourish in clay-limestone and clay-marl soils, yet they contend with recurrent spring frosts, conditions that favour the cultivation of the Meunier grape variety, representing a remarkable 75% of the grapes used.
Notably, this champagne is labeled "Extra Brut" due to its minimal dosage. This choice enables the wine to unfurl its aromas with remarkable finesse and convey the true essence of the terroir. The wine's invigorating initial notes transition to a delightful medley of yellow fruits and blossoms, culminating in a lingering, subtly saline finish. Balancing freshness, fruitiness, and elegance, the Contraste vintage is a refined and exquisite wine.
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