Le Mesnil 2013 Salon
€ 1.445,95 (in Vat)
Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Sparkling |
Brand | Salon |
Vintage | 2013 |
Country | France |
Region | Champagne |
Grape | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | 2025-2050 |
Stock | 3 |
Professional reviews
BOW (9)
Robert Parker (97)
2013 is a cool, late-ripening vintage in Champagne, defined by an October harvest in cool but sunny conditions. With a dosage of 5.5 grams per liter, the 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil possesses a complex, fruity bouquet mingling aromas of orchard fruit with notions of lemon oil, exotic fruits, spring flowers, almond and hints of menthol and buttery pastry. Full-bodied, rich and dense, with lively acids, it’s more complex and incisive than the 2002 and exhibits similar power to the 2012 at this early stage. Despite what was a challenging growing season for some producers, this is a superb Salon with a long, resonant finish.
James Suckling (97)
Beautiful and expressive nose of waxed lemons, chamomile, hazelnuts, sourdough, mango stones and hints of orange curd. It's linear and laser-sharp, with an elegant balance of minerality and touches of ripe yellow fruit, all held together by lively acidity and tiny bubbles. Sophisticated. Evolves to a dry chalkiness at the end. Long, textured finish.