Rene Lalou
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Typically best enjoyed between 10 to 25 years from the vintage release.
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Pan-seared sea scallops, roasted poultry with wild mushrooms, or aged Comté cheese.
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Named in honor of the visionary president who guided G.H. Mumm for nearly half a century, Cuvée René Lalou represents the pinnacle of the house's winemaking. René Lalou was a legendary figure who rebuilt the house's vineyards after the devastation of the World Wars and established its reputation for uncompromising quality. First released with the 1966 vintage, this rare prestige cuvée is crafted from an exceptional, highly selective blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced exclusively from historic Grand Cru parcels within the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. These specific plots are chosen for their distinct chalky terroir. The wine undergoes extended aging on its lees in the deep chalk cellars of Reims, resulting in a Champagne of extraordinary complexity, structure, and refined autolytic character, balancing rich brioche notes with vibrant mineral tension.
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Founded in Reims in 1827 by the German winemaking Mumm brothers, Champagne G.H. Mumm is one of the most historic and prestigious Champagne houses in France. Under the guidance of Georges Hermann Mumm, who gave the house his initials and established the iconic red sash of the "Cordon Rouge" in 1876, the estate grew to become a global symbol of celebration. The house is celebrated for its Pinot Noir-dominant style, sourcing grapes from prime Grand Cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims and C$te des Blancs to craft structured, fresh, and complex cuv&es. Its legendary portfolio includes the flagship Cordon Rouge, the prestigious Cuv&e Ren& Lalou, and the elegant, single-terroir Mumm de Cramant Blanc de Blancs.