Winery Story

Champagne Paul Launois

Finding an exceptional, hand-crafted Champagne from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger at an affordable price is like seeking the Blanc de Blancs Holy Grail. Paul Launois is a small, family-owned grower Champagne label that has recently broken free from its co-operative ties to produce an artistically crafted range of four wines that are well worth the quest.

The Blanc de Blancs Holy Grail

Julien Launois grew up next to Krug’s famed Clos du Mesnil vineyard in the Grand Cru village of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, widely considered to be “the” commune for high-quality Chardonnay production and source of the greatest Blanc de Blancs Champagnes. Largely thanks to Clos du Mesnil, the grapes from this area have become highly sought-after. Le...