NV Paul Launois Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 'Monochrome,' Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru

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 from 

Pale straw with a green tinge, the nose is of apples and fresh citrus nuanced with yellow flowers and biscuity notes. Precise citrus flecked acidity frame up a palate of pomaceous fruit and almond meal backed by an energetic and nervy core of chalky minerality. This is a stunning Champagne from a fearless producer that is not overawed by the storied history of their appellate or their neighbours, and at a fraction of their price.