THANK YOU LANSON

 

In the past I've complained about the esoteric date codes printed on the back labels of wines and beers.

METHODE IN MY MADNESS

These are designed to obfuscate and you need to be in, or have been in the drinks industry to decipher them most times.

When it comes to Fino Sherry, beer and Champagne the date of packaging, or disgorgement for Champagne is critical.

We opened a Lanson Black Label Champagne yesterday and thoroughly enjoyed it.

I noted on the back label that Lanson is sensibly writing:

• The blend % of grape varietals
• The number of crus (selections) used
• How long the wine was aged before disgorgement
• The year (2016) that the base material came from
• The % of base wine used
• The disgorgement date

This is good information. Thanks Lanson. it's the first time that  I've noticed this and I must check with Champagnes I buy in the future. I definitely will be favouring Champagne Lanson.