Cellar
Champagne Millésime 2016 Extra Brut | Leclerc Briant
Producer | Leclerc Briant |
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Appellation | Champagne |
Region | Champagne |
Country | France |
Vintage | 2016 |
Varietal(s) | Pinot Noir (40) - Pinot Meunier (40) - Chardonnay (20) |
Part of Leclerc Briant: the biodynamic house every Champagne lover should know.
The Leclerc Briant Champagne Millésimé Extra-Brut 2016 embodies the artistry and biodynamic philosophy of one of Champagne’s most innovative producers. This vintage blend, crafted from 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, and 20% Pinot Meunier, offers a remarkable expression of terroir and sustainable winemaking. Disgorged in April 2019, the cuvée features zero dosage and a minimal residual sugar of just 2g/L, emphasizing purity and precision.
The nose is captivating, with a delicate bouquet of chamomile, spring blossoms, and bright lime zest. On the palate, the wine is vibrant and dynamic, with a fine, persistent mousse that adds an uplifting energy to its rich, fleshy texture. The crisp citrus-driven finish is long and refreshing, leaving a lasting impression of elegance and finesse.
Leclerc Briant's commitment to biodynamic practices shines through in this champagne, showcasing both complexity and balance. Drinking beautifully now, this wine will continue to evolve gracefully until 2030.
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!