2015 Champagne Salon Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs (Wooden Giftbox)

The forty-fifth vintage of Salon marks a return to first principles, echoing the original vision of Aimé Salon in 1905 — a Champagne from a single cru, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, a single grape, Chardonnay, and only produced in exceptional vintages. The 2015 growing season combined a mild winter, wet spring, and a long stretch of warm, dry summer conditions, allowing the Chardonnay grapes to ripen slowly and evenly. Harvest began under bright September sunshine, with the vintage ultimately defined by record sunshine hours and ideal maturity, setting the stage for a wine of remarkable precision and balance.

The 2015 Salon is exquisitely refined, capturing a beautiful balance between freshness and generosity. Citrus, floral and mineral notes lead the palate, complemented by a subtle savoury thread and a gently open, accessible texture. Bright, focused acidity supports layers of elegance and polish, with no hard edges and exceptional composure. Sophisticated and quietly powerful, the wine shows remarkable persistence and ageing potential, offering a Champagne of cool refinement and total harmony. Drink from 2025 to 2045.