Champagne Paul Launois may be a new name in the scheme of things in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, but their history in the village go back 3 generations having made wine at the local co-op after selling most of their fruit to Krug and Salon from their 16 acres of vines in one of the greatest terroirs on earth.

Formerly known as Jean-Pierre Lunois, this change came about when current custodians Julian and Sarah became part of the vanguardist Champagne movement that has seen a new approach and ideas to what high quality Champagne can be, having purchased a small cellar they have set about making high quality high concept champagne that embraces art, tradition and excitement all bound to a sense of place.

The nose is a heady mix of classic pastry shop and orchard fruits that have a little mushroom and chalk underneath. The palate is lithe and focussed with apple and lemon curd, a generosity to the mouthfeel yet still tense, pure and energetic.

The main body of the base is raised in tank 60% while the reserve wines are split between tank 24% and the remaining 16% from barrel.

A stunning small scale grower Champagne