Salon Magnum 2008
Salon Magnum 2008 is a dry, light-bodied sparkling from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is little. Good with roast chicken, salmon, creamy pasta, duck. Listed at £5250.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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Salon 2008 is a single-vineyard vintage Champagne produced by Champagne Salon in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, France. An unparalleled Blanc de Blancs, Salon comes from a single-hectare plot and 19 other smaller plots in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. The wine is only produced in the best vintages. As a result, the 20th century saw only 37 bottlings of this fabled Champagne. The 2008 is available here in magnum format. "After an initial floral-scented, fruit-driven nose, fresh menthol notes invade the glass. Remarkable power and generosity on the palate, and yet the mouthfeel is crystalline and perfectly balanced. A compelling mix of complexity and elegance. The finish is long and pure. Has the potential to stay the distance for 50 years." 100 points, Decanter, 2020