Mumm Cordon Rouge 1979 - Champagne Brut Vintage

History of Maison Mumm

Founded in 1827, Maison Mumm is one of the most prestigious Champagne houses, known worldwide for its iconic Cordon Rouge and René Lalou vintages. This house, based in Reims, has always aimed for excellence by selecting the best vintages in the region. With its slogan "Only the Best", it embodies refinement and innovation.

Presentation of the Cuvée Brut Millésimé

The Mumm Brut Millésimé , formerly called Cordon Rouge , is a unique expression of its vintage, produced only in exceptional years. It represents the very essence of the house, with a perfect balance between power, finesse and freshness. This cuvée, assembled from grapes from the Grands Crus and Premiers Crus, is recognized for its remarkable aging capacity.

Introducing the fantastic 1979 Vintage

The year 1979 offered ideal climatic conditions in the Champagne region, allowing for a harvest of exceptional quality. A hot and sunny summer followed by cool nights favored perfect ripeness of the grapes, giving rise to wines with a beautiful structure, lively acidity and great aging potential.

Specifics of this Bottle

• Technical details :

  • Blend : Mainly Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, signature of the Mumm style.
  • Dosage : Brut, balancing freshness and richness.
  • Bottle condition :
    • Headdress : Partially torn.
    • Label : Worn and partially torn.
    • Level : Impeccable.
    • Color : Perfect, clear without evolution, sign of excellent conservation.
  • Important note :
    In November 2024, we tasted the 1985 vintage of the same cuvée. To our surprise, this champagne seemed immortal ! Young, vibrant and fresh on the palate, it only revealed its great age through a complex nose of toasted brioche, roasted hazelnut and elegant pastry aromas. If the 1985 was already a masterpiece, the 1979 vintage stands out even more and represents a real gem to savor or collect.

• Probable tasting notes (based on the 1985 vintage) :

  • Nose : Complex and evolved, combining aromas of toasted brioche, hazelnut, honey and baked apple.
  • Palate : Young and dynamic, with bubbles that are still fine and fresh. Flavors of candied fruit, apple pie and a hint of mineral on the finish.
  • Finish : Long and elegant, with a beautiful liveliness which reflects its perfect balance.

Food and Wine Pairings

This rare and sophisticated champagne will perfectly accompany:

• Starters : Poached lobster, hot oysters with sabayon or scallop carpaccio.
• Dishes : Turbot fillet with beurre blanc sauce, roast poultry with truffles.
• Desserts : Vanilla crème brûlée or caramelized pear tart.
  A great wine that can also be enjoyed alone to meditate on its timeless beauty.