Leclerc Briant

Champagne Extra Brut Réserve

Multi-Vintage

Champagne

France

Say It

luh-KLEHR bree-AHN shahm-PAHN ex-TRAH brüt ray-ZEHRV

Varietals

Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay

Flavors & Qualities

Lemon Rind

Apple

Lees

Sparkling

Biodynamic

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Palate Character

Bright & Crisp

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Tasting Notes

Elegant, medium bodied Champagne with fine bubbles and crisp acidity. There are notes of apple, lemon rind, and a salty minerality with more subtle notes of lees, white pepper and toast.

COLOR

Pale Straw Yellow

BODY

ACIDITY

SWEET

ALCOH.

12%

GRAPE(S)

Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay

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Why this wine made the cut…

Classy biodynamic Champagne that doesn't break the bank.

GRAPE VARIETAL(S)

Pinot Noir

40% Pee-NO NWAR

Pinot Noir is arguably the most revered grape variety in the world with origins in Burgundy, France where the best expressions can still be found. Pinot Noir is not only a tough grape to grow, it also shows miniscule differences in terroir arguably more than any other grape variety. Stylistically, it is generally higher in acid and lower in tannin but can vary depending on the location, and winemaking technique. It is very versatile with food, and shows a range of flavor from red and black fruit, floral, spice, earth, and mineral qualities.

Meunier

40% MOON-Yere

Meunier, also known as Pinot Meunier, is a red grape variety primarily grown in the Champagne region of France, named for the flour-like appearance of its grape leaves. It is valued for its fruity profile, featuring flavors of red berries and plum, and its ability to add softness and approachability to Champagne blends.

Chardonnay

20% Shar-do-NAY

Chardonnay may be the most versatile white wine grape, often seen as a blank canvas. It displays various flavors and aromas depending on where it is grown and more specifically, how it is made. It can range in Palate Character from Bright & Crisp to Rich & Full depending on the climate. It is also particularly malleable and highly affected by winemaking choices like as malolactic fermentation, lees stirring, barrel fermentation and ageing practices.

Country / State

France

Region

Champagne

Producer

Leclerc Briant

Winemaker(s)

Hervé Jestin

Vintage

Multi-Vintage