Champagne Millésime 2014 Extra Brut | Leclerc Briant

The Leclerc Briant Champagne Millésimé Extra-Brut 2014 is an exceptional example of biodynamic champagne, showcasing the unique characteristics of the 2014 vintage. Composed of 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, and 20% Pinot Meunier, this cuvée reflects the house's commitment to minimal intervention and purity of expression. The wine was disgorged in 2019 with zero dosage, leaving it with only 2g/L of residual sugar.

On the nose, it reveals compelling aromas of chamomile, white flowers, and fresh citrus, which evolve beautifully in the glass. The palate is dynamic, with a fine bead of persistent bubbles that enhances its lively texture. Eight months of lees aging contribute to the wine's complexity, adding richness without sacrificing its refreshing, zesty finish. The minerality and tension are perfectly balanced, making it an elegant choice with a long aging potential, up to 2030​.

It's a wonderful example of the craftsmanship that has earned Leclerc Briant its reputation as one of the leading biodynamic houses in Champagne.

About the domaine:

Champagne Leclerc Briant was founded in 1872 in the village of Cumieres and was then moved to Epernay in the mid 20th Century. Around this time, the house was also beginning to practise the organic and biodynamic viticulture that they are well-known for today. They earned their certification for this in the 1980s and not only do they use their biodynamic techniques in the vineyards, but they also use them in the winery where their renovated facilities allow them to focus on their completely uncompromised quality.

Leclerc Briant Champagnes experience the House's key principles such as long ageing in their chalk cellars, very low dosage addition and ageing environment experiments such as underwater!