Description
Bottled July 2017, disgorged February 2022. Dosage as 1.5 grams.The single vineyard is located directly under the historical cradle of Champagne, the holy Abbey of Hautvilliers and the resting place of Dom Perignon. This mix planted, organic vineyard produces richly flavoured Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown on the slopes above Epernay. 80% Pinot Noir gives rich fruit profile, plum, black fruits & roasted red Macintosh apple. The solar vintage gives ample fruit and a sunny disposition, whist retaining plenty energy. The cuvée is 20% Chardonnay keeping the palate taught, tangy and sapid. The cuvée spent 9 months in mixed oak barrel prior to secondary fermentation.This is the most vinous of Leclerc Briant’s releases, there is an undeniable musky Burgundian charm across the palate, some seasoned oak spice whilst retaining mineral freshness. It is relaxed & supple with seamless energy and a millefleur like complexity. No filtration keeps vinous density and gives a satin like texture, defined fruit and terroir expression?encased in soft suspension of the finest mousse.Davy Zyw, Senior Buyer, Berry Bros. & Rudd
