Wines Champagne Lanson - Le Black - Création 259

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Lanson’s Cuvée Le Black - Création 259 is a non-vintage Champagne that beautifully encapsulates the maison’s signature style. Crafted from a refined blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, this cuvée is renowned for its lively freshness and fine effervescence. The non-vintage designation indicates a harmonious blend of base wines from multiple years, allowing the cellar master to maintain both consistency and character. Lanson is one of the rare Champagne houses that notably chooses not to use malolactic fermentation in their winemaking, thereby preserving the pure, bright acidity and vibrant fruit profile. The result is a Champagne that reveals delicate notes of citrus, orchard fruit, subtle brioche, and a mineral edge, carried by a taut, persistent mousse.

Champagne as a region benefits from a cool, northern climate that slows grape ripening, contributing to exceptional acidity and finesse in the final wines. The terroir is defined by chalky soils, particularly rich in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, offering excellent drainage and mineral complexity. Champagne’s storied history as a royal celebratory drink and its centuries-old expertise in blending and secondary bottle fermentation have solidified its global prestige.

Lanson’s Le Black - Création 259 is extremely adaptable when it comes to food pairing. Its structure and brisk acidity make it an excellent match for delicate starters such as freshly shucked oysters, smoked salmon, or a classic seafood tartare. The mineral and citrus notes also complement sushi, sashimi, and tempura. For a regional touch, try poached turbot with Champagne beurre blanc or Chaource cheese, a creamy cow’s milk cheese from the region.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Champagne well-chilled, ideally at 6-8°C. Use flutes or white wine glasses to allow the aromas to blossom and the fine mousse to persist. Pour gently and savour the pure, refreshing style that makes Lanson a perennial Champagne favourite.