It's set to get bubbly in space
The Reims, France-based company has decided to send its famous elixir on an upcoming mission of Axiom Space—which offers 'astronaut customers' private space flights
On an upcoming mission of Axiom Space—which offers 'astronaut customers' private space flights—the shuttle will be transporting more than just space explorers. An unexpected shuttle-mate will accompany the crew: Mumm champagne. The Reims, France-based company has decided to send its famous elixir, which symbolizes celebration and the art of living, into space. According to the head of Axiom Space, Mumm bubbly could be on board starting in 2023.
To fill this specially designed bottle, which can be reused over and over again, Mumm used its iconic Cordon Rouge champagne, with a few modifications to adapt to tastings in zero gravity. In space, the sense of smell is altered, taste sensations are different and above all the bubbles no longer rise to the surface. Instead, a frothy foam comes into contact with the lips and mouth.
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In order for the space tasting to be a success, cellar master Laurent Fresnet reinforced the complexity as well as the intensity and fruitiness of the champagne. To do this, he opted for a champagne that had been aged for five years in the cellar, whereas the same champagne usually is only aged three years. Meanwhile the liqueur de dosage, which allows the champagne's sweetness levels to be adjusted, more or less, was aged in oak barrels in order to bring vanilla aromas.
So what does champagne taste like in space? At Mumm, it's a bubbly wine with flavors of vine peach, ripe yellow fruit and hazelnut.
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September 23, 22 05:51:22 PM IST