G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut NV

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
G.H. Mumm
Label Name:
 
Cordon Rouge Brut NV
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Épernay, Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, Marne, Aube)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir (45%), Chardonnay (30%), Pinot Meunier (25%)
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Regularly scored ~90 by critics (Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator); house medals include IWC and Wine Spectator recognitions; retail tasting notes note consistent quality and improvement

Tasting Note
Fine, persistent mousse with aromas of white/yellow fruit, citrus, lychee and brioche. Palate is vibrant, creamy and rounded with citrus, stone-fruit, toasted-yeast and a chalky mineral finish.

Food Pairing
Western: oysters, scallops, smoked salmon, crab tartlets, deviled eggs, roast chicken in cream sauce. Asian: sushi/temari, tempura prawns, langoustine wonton broth, miso-fried oysters, sashimi. Also pairs with grilled vegetables and mild cheeses.

Production Method
Méthode champenoise; parcels vinified separately, blended with ~25–30% reserve wines, dosage ~8 g/L, aged minimum ~20 months on lees.

Vineyard Info
Maison G.H. Mumm, founded 1827 in Reims; signature Cordon Rouge introduced 1876. Large négociant blending many crus; part of Pernod Ricard group.