Who makes Le Mesnil Champagne?
Krug
Clos du Mesnil is a wall-enclosed vineyard of 1.84 hectares that is located in the middle of the village. This vineyard is owned by Krug and is used for a vineyard-designated Champagne that has been produced since the 1979 vintage (which was released in 1986).
Who owns Champagne Salon?
Champagne Laurent-Perrier
In 1988, Champagne Laurent-Perrier, a family-owned company, became the majority shareholder of Champagne Salon. Today, the house of Salon, along with its ancient neighbor and sister, Champagne Delamotte (the 5th oldest Champagne house, founded in 1760) are directed by one man, Didier Depond.
Is Salon a good Champagne?
According to Swedish Champagne expert Richard Juhlin, “Salon is the most sought-after Champagne among connoisseurs.” In a vertical tasting of 18 vintages from 1959 to 1999, Juhlin favored the 1961 and 1976 vintages.
Where is Salon Champagne made?
le Mesnil-sur-Oger
Situated in le Mesnil-sur-Oger, in the Côte des Blancs, the house of Salon has only one Champagne. This Champagne is produced from a one-hectare parcel owned by Salon: “Salon’s garden”, and from 19 other smaller parcels in Mesnil-sur-Oger, chosen by Eugène-Aimé Salon at the beginning of the century.