Description

Founded in 1760, Lanson is one of the oldest Champagne Houses. Drawing on family heritage and unique expertise, the women and men of Lanson have been guided for more than 260 years by their respect towards nature, their care for others and their creativity.Maison Lanson owns a wonderful and unique collection of vintages, offering a balanced blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It has made the demanding choice to only declare vintage the years considered exceptional.

In 2009, the grapes reached maturity following a perfect summer which the Champagne region had not known since 2003. The weather was hot, dry, and extremely sunny for veraison in the last two weeks of August, but thankfully a rainy period came in early September allowing the grapes to fatten before harvest. With a prompt heat period following the rain, these grapes matured perfectly to give a great richness to the wine.

Beautiful, straw yellow with fine bubbles. Pear aromas, apricot, candied fruits, honey, acacia flower, lime blossom, and an intense bouquet. Dense attack of rich and complex flavors, pear, quince, traces of citron, very balanced and persistent finish.

Varietals: 52% Pinot Noir, 48% Chardonnay.

Appellation: Pinot Noir from Verzenay, Aÿ, Bouzy, Mareuil sur Aÿ, Verzy. Chardonnay from Avize, Cramant, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Trépail.

Aging: Minimum 10 years.