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Champagne Louis XV 1996 75cl

AOC Grand Cru | Champagne | France
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Critics scores
98 By James Suckling
92 By Wine Spectator
This has a fantastic and distinctive nose of grilled hazelnuts, roasted sesame, goat’s milk, quince, dried lemons and salted butter. Lots of vivacity, with creamy and nutty layers, balanced by citrusy sharpness. I like the salty, tangy and milky contrast. 50% pinot noir and 50% chardonnay. Disgorged 2018 (22 years on the lees). Keeps on getting better. Drink now or hold.
Producer
De Venoge

Idyllically situated in the Capital of Champagne, along the famed Avenue de Champagne in Épernay, de Venoge is a real treasure trove. With millions of bottles of Champagne stored beneath the House in chalk cellars, de Venoge is home to one of the richest wine libraries in the region. Conveying the image of nobility, distinction and refinement, de Venoge has quite an interesting history. The House was founded in 1837 by Swiss native, Henri-Marc de Venoge. The de Venoge family can actually trace its roots back to 15th century Switzerland, to where the Venoge river flows into Lake Geneva. Since 1998, the House has joined the Champagne group, Boizel Chanoine Champagne. Today, the House’s wines are distributed in over 40 countries and each bottle is made with the highest of quality standards including low dosages, the use of only first-press juices and long aging periods. Champagne de Venoge offers a rich and complete range of high-quality Champagnes with an excellent value for money.