Le Mesnil-sur-Oger

Le Mesnil -sur- Oger is a commune with 1202 inhabitants (as of January 1, 2011 ) in the department of Marne, in the Champagne -Ardenne region. From Le Mesnil -sur- Oger, you have a view of the sprawling Catalaunian fields.

Location

Le Mesnil is located in the region of Champagne, a good 40 km south of Reims and about 30 km west of Chalons -en -Champagne.

History

Management

Mayor since 2005 Pascal Launois, who was re- elected in 2008 and whose term of office will last until 2014. His predecessor had been from 2001 to 2005 André Jacquart.

Economy

Le Mesnil is known for its champagne. On 423 acres exclusively Chardonnay is grown.

Famous vineyards

Le Mesnil Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin heard loud de Champagne to those classed as Grand Cru communities of the vineyards of Champagne. Among experts, the situation Clos du Mesnil, which is located in the community, as the best applies. It is located in the exclusive possession of the champagne house Krug Reims.

Well-known brands

In Le Mesnil Champagne houses, among others, the following are established:

• Robert Moncuit
• Salon
• François Girard

Attractions

In the Saint-Nicolas Church from the 11th and 12th centuries are lots of beautiful wood carvings from the 17th century ..

Twinning

Le Mesnil maintains a community partnership for the German community Leiwen in the wine region Mosel-Saar - Ruwer ( Rhineland -Palatinate).