G.H. Mumm Blanc de Blancs

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
G.H. Mumm
Label Name:
 
Blanc de Blancs
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne — Côte des Blancs (Cramant, Grand Cru).
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
100% Chardonnay.
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
High critic scores reported (examples: James Suckling 94, Wine Enthusiast 93, Wine Spectator 92 for Mumm Blanc de Blancs / RSRV editions)

Tasting Note
Bright citrus (lemon, grapefruit), white orchard fruit (pear, apple), fresh flowers, lemon meringue and delicate brioche; very fine mousse, pronounced minerality and a crisp, long finish.

Food Pairing
West: oysters, lobster, scallops, ceviche, smoked salmon, light chicken or blanquette, soft cheeses. Asian: sushi/sashimi, sashimi-grade fish, tempura, seafood gyoza, light Thai or Vietnamese seafood salads, miso-glazed scallops.

Production Method
Méthode traditionnelle (secondary fermentation in bottle); sourced from Cramant Grand Cru Chardonnay, minimum three years on lees, light dosage (~6 g/L) and reportedly bottled at a lower pressure (~4.5 bars) for subtle sparkle.

Vineyard Info
Maison G.H. Mumm, founded 1827, owns historic Côte des Blancs plots (acquired 1882) used for the RSRV Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru cuvée. Part of the RSRV collection of 100% Grand Cru wines.