Salon 1995

Salon, especially this 1995 vintage, is something special from the Champagne region. They focus on their three singles: single vintage, single grape, and single cru, using only Chardonnay. So, every time you open a bottle, you get a unique expression of that year.

This 1995 bottle shows up in Volume 2 of 'Les Gouttes de Dieu', where it's enjoyed as an aperitif during a business meeting between the company president Mishima and Anne. It's the kind of champagne that perfectly sets the tone for a touch of luxury.

Just look at it—the color is a rich golden yellow with bubbles that are super creamy and fine. When you take a sniff, you get this lovely hint of white flowers first, and then it opens up into the toasted aroma of brioche and a nutty almond scent that really tickles your nose.

When you sip it, there's this solid mineral backbone, with pure and refined fruit flavors. The acidity is sharp and lively, and the finish just lingers on and on. This is the kind of complex depth you'd want to savor slowly over time.