An emblematic cuvée, tribute to Maison Mumm's former President and iconic character, M. René Lalou. Mumm RSRV Lalou 2008 is an exceptional wine that expresses the philosophy of René Lalou, resulting from a complex and masterly blend from the best plots of the Mumm terroir. There are twelve of these plots, divided equally between Pinot Noir on the Montagne de Reims, and Chardonnay on the Côte des Blancs. They are Mumm’s oldest parcels, in the finest locations. These prestigious plots reveal the highly distinctive character of the House’s Grand Cru. 2008 was remarkable for its long, cold winter and for the heavy rains that fell throughout each season. The weather became milder in September offering very good sanitary conditions and allowing the grapes to be picked at their optimum maturity.