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ZTF232A - Lanson Champagne Le Black Creation 259
Price:$375/Bottle
Type:Champagne
Ingredient:100% Chardonnay
Region:Champagne
ABV:12%
Volume:750ml
Winery
Lanson was founded in 1760 by a magistrate,François Delamotte. He was succeeded by his son Nicholas-Louis in 1798 andformed a partnership with Jean-Baptiste Lanson, who gave the company the nameof Lanson et Cie in 1837. The company focused, as it still does today, onexporting champagne to foreign markets.
By the late 19th century, Lanson was supplyingchampagne by royal appointment to the courts of the UnitedKingdom, Sweden and Spain. Lanson remains a purveyor ofchampagne to the British royal family and retains the Royalwarrant of appointment (United Kingdom) which currently depictsthe coat of arms of Elizabeth II on its bottles.
Region
Lanson Champagne is primarily Pinot Noir, with a minimum of 30% Chardonnay, creating a perfect balance of body and finesse. The estate boasts 150 hectares of vineyards and collaborates with growers across over 500 hectares. Grapes from diverse terroirs bring complexity and nuance to Lanson Champagne. 50% of the grapes come from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in prestigious villages. The winery also boasts four presses, evenly distributed across the vineyards, to minimize oxidation and loss during transportation.
Winemaking
The blending process for Lanson Champagne is meticulous, utilizing over 400 base wines from 100 vineyards, with a whopping 30% coming from cellars spanning ten different vintages. To preserve the house's signature champagne style, Lanson deliberately suppresses malolactic fermentation to maintain a fresh taste. Lanson Champagne also ages on its lees longer than other Champagnes. Non-vintage Champagnes require a minimum of three years on their lees, while Extra Age, Noble Cuveé, and single-vineyard Clos Lanson bottles require a minimum of five years before release. After disgorgement, re-sugaring, and corking, the bottles spend an additional six months in the cellars to stabilize, and the disgorgement date is clearly marked on the label. This bold decision imbues Lanson Champagne with unparalleled natural, rich fruit flavors, a power yet freshness that creates a unique style.