NV Assortment Case
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2026
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Fresh oysters on the half shell, classic roasted chicken, and triple-cream cheeses like Brillat-Savarin.
✨ Technical Specifications
The house of G.H. Mumm, established in Reims in 1827, is steeped in rich history and royal associations. Famous for its iconic Cordon Rouge—adorned with the red sash of the French Legion d'Honneur since 1876—Mumm represents the quintessential celebratory spirit of Champagne. An NV Assortment Case typically highlights the house's mastery of assemblage, blending multiple vintages to achieve a consistent signature style. Pinot Noir, primarily sourced from the prestigious grand crus of the Montagne de Reims, forms the backbone of these blends, providing structure, power, and red fruit character. This is beautifully balanced by the freshness of Chardonnay and the round, fruit-forward nature of Pinot Meunier. Sourced from the region's classic chalk soils and aged on its lees, these Champagnes deliver a vibrant harmony of crisp citrus, yellow stone fruits, and delicate toasted brioche notes.
🍾 About the Producer
Established in Reims in 1827 by the German winemaking Mumm family, Maison G.H. Mumm has long stood as an archetype of Pinot Noir-driven Champagne excellence. The estate oversees nearly 218 hectares of premier vineyards, anchored in historic Grand Cru terroirs across the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Blancs, including prime holdings in Verzenay, Mailly, Bouzy, and Ambonnay. These sites benefit from porous Campanian chalk subsoils, optimal solar aspects, and a cool semi-continental climate, yielding grapes with remarkable structure, energy, and tension. Operating under strict Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) certifications, the house eliminated chemical herbicides across estate parcels. Winemaking emphasizes precise parcel-by-parcel vinification in stainless steel, partial blocking of malolactic fermentation to retain vibrant acidity, and extensive aging in 25 kilometers of subterranean chalk cellars. Landmark expressions include the universally recognized Cordon Rouge, the prestigious terroir-focused RSRV collection, and the pinnacle Cuvée R. Lalou.
🍇 Grapes
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier