Champagne Salon

Champagne Salon

Champagne Salon
Location	Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, France
Coordinates	48°59′59″N 4°00′00″E Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed.
Appellation	Champagne
Founded	1911
Key people	Eugène-Aimé Salon
Known for	Champagne Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs
Website	www.champagnesalon.fr

Champagne Salon is a prestigious champagne house located in the village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, in the Champagne region of France. It was founded in 1911 by Eugène-Aimé Salon, a visionary winemaker who dedicated his life to producing exceptional champagne.

History

Eugène-Aimé Salon, a former Champagne broker, had a deep passion for champagne and a desire to create a champagne that would be the epitome of elegance and finesse. In 1911, he established Champagne Salon with the goal of producing a single cuvée that would showcase the unique character of the Chardonnay grape from the Le Mesnil-sur-Oger vineyards.

Salon's dedication to quality and his meticulous winemaking techniques quickly gained recognition, and Champagne Salon became renowned for its exceptional champagne. The house gained a loyal following among connoisseurs and collectors, who appreciated the distinctiveness and rarity of Salon's wines.

Vineyards and Production

Champagne Salon exclusively uses Chardonnay grapes sourced from the Grand Cru-rated vineyards in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. The vineyards are located on the Côte des Blancs, known for its chalky soils and ideal conditions for growing high-quality Chardonnay grapes.

The production process at Champagne Salon is highly selective and rigorous. Only the best grapes from each vintage are used, and the wines undergo a lengthy aging process in the cellars. The wines are aged on their lees for at least 10 years, allowing them to develop complexity and depth of flavor.

Signature Wine

The flagship wine of Champagne Salon is the Champagne Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs. This prestigious cuvée is made exclusively from Chardonnay grapes and is known for its exceptional purity, elegance, and aging potential. It is a vintage champagne, meaning it is made from grapes harvested in a single year, and only produced in exceptional years.

The Champagne Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs is characterized by its delicate floral aromas, citrus notes, and a mineral-driven palate. It is a champagne that embodies the unique terroir of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and reflects the meticulous craftsmanship of Champagne Salon.

Recognition and Awards

Over the years, Champagne Salon has received numerous accolades and awards for its outstanding champagnes. The house has been recognized for its commitment to quality and its contribution to the prestige of the Champagne region. Some of the notable awards include:

• International Wine Challenge - Champagne Producer of the Year
• Decanter World Wine Awards - Best Champagne Producer
• Wine Spectator - Top 100 Wines of the Year

See Also

• Champagne
• Le Mesnil-sur-Oger
• Chardonnay
• Côte des Blancs

External Links

• Official website