French champagne house JM Gobillard & Fils, with the cooperation of Norwegian company Rosmersholm released a sparkling drink in honor of the legendary American actress and singer Marilyn Monroe.
For the first time the champagne «Marilyn Monroe Premier Cru Brut» was presented to the public at an international exhibition of wines and spirits Vinexpo in the French city of Bordeaux, which lasted from 19 to 23 June.
Champagne produced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the death of perhaps the most famous blonde – this date falls on August 5th the next year. «Marilyn Monroe» 50 per cent consists of Chardonnay grapes, 25 percent of Pinot Noir and another 25 percent of Pinot Meunier, which was assembled in such regions of Champagne, as Otville, Kyumer and Deasy.
Aged in cellars for three years, this champagne is described as soft and delicate, possessing, among other things, has an elegant fruity aroma.
Expected retail price of exclusive champagne – 65 euros per bottle. Also, it will be bundled with six specially made glasses – in this case, the value of the set will be 159 euros.