Maison Mumm Cellar Master Yann Munier speaks during an interview with The Korea Times at Casa Alexis Dosan Flagship Gallery in Seoul, Friday, with his latest champagne creation RSRV Blancs de Noirs 2018 in front. Courtesy of Pernod Ricard Korea Growing champagne market attracts French spirits guru By Ko Dong-hwan A third-generation cellar master from Champagne, France, has taken on Korea’s expanding champagne market by introducing his latest blend under one of the most renowned French champagne house brands, Maison Mumm. Yann Munier, a 44-year-old cellar master for Mumm’s premium brand RSRV, has introduced its latest product, Blancs de Noirs 2018.
He believes that RSRV champagnes, crafted from top-quality grapes sourced from the vineyards in champagne’s birthplace, have a unique appeal that will captivate Korean consumers. Not only does Munier emphasize the quality of the ingredients, but he also highlights that Blancs de Noirs pairs exceptionally well with tangy Korean dishes. Hailing from a French region celebrated for its tradition of hospitality, he likens Blancs de Noirs to the spirits his ancestors reserved for special occasions, only serving them to cherished guests and loved ones.
Munier, who works for the Champagne & Cognac branch of the French global liquor conglomerate Pernod Ricard Group, unveiled Blancs de Noirs to Korean media outlets on Friday. The product is scheduled to hit local fine dining restaurants early next year. This launch also marks the first .