Leclerc Briant Rose De Saignee Champagne 2016 - 6 Bottles
1. Introduction This wine is from France, specifically the Champagne region. Champagne Leclerc Briant was founded in 1872 in Cumières, but gained its current name and Épernay base in 1955. The house is a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in the region, with practices like abstaining from chemical fertilisers and pesticides beginning as early as the late 1940s under Bertrand Leclerc. The house philosophy emphasizes an 'absolute respect for the environment' and a deeply biodynamic spirit, viewing the vineyard as a living ecosystem.
2. Wine Description The Champagne has a bright rosy colour with cherry reflections and fine, lively bubbles. The 'Rosé de Saignée' technique, involving skin contact, gives it a richness and concentration of red fruits like blackcurrant, wild strawberry, and cherry. The palate is creamy and structured, offering a distinct vinosity and elegance, balanced by a 'plucky and full-bodied' richness. Stylistic notes include fine, precise acidity and freshness, which is carried by an elegant, complex length. It is described as a very 'winey' Champagne with a subtle tannic chewiness.
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Varietal Composition: Typically 100% Pinot Noir, with a six-day maceration.
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Optimal Drinking Window: The wine has a long potential cellar life, with some sources suggesting its store life is until 2029.
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Organic Status: The entire vineyard is certified organic and biodynamic.
3. Food Pairing This Rosé de Saignée is structured and characterful, making it a great accompaniment to food. It is suggested to pair it with dishes that match its vinous intensity, such as Patanegra ham, sautéed squid, seared scallops, or a tuna fillet. Its bold profile also pairs well with richer, savoury autumnal or winter cuisine.
4. Vintage Quality The 2016 vintage in Champagne was highly variable, with some areas facing significant spring frost and heavy summer rains, which led to a lower overall yield. However, the later dry and sunny harvest conditions allowed skilled winemakers like Leclerc Briant to capture the 'essence of a unique year,' resulting in high-quality vintage wines with complexity and an elegant structure.
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1. Introduction This wine is from France, specifically the Champagne region. Champagne Leclerc Briant was founded in 1872 in Cumières, but gained its current name and Épernay base in 1955. The house is a pioneer of biodynamic viticulture in the region, with practices like abstaining from chemical fertilisers and pesticides beginning as early as the late 1940s under Bertrand Leclerc. The house philosophy emphasizes an 'absolute respect for the environment' and a deeply biodynamic spirit, viewing the vineyard as a living ecosystem.
2. Wine Description The Champagne has a bright rosy colour with cherry reflections and fine, lively bubbles. The 'Rosé de Saignée' technique, involving skin contact, gives it a richness and concentration of red fruits like blackcurrant, wild strawberry, and cherry. The palate is creamy and structured, offering a distinct vinosity and elegance, balanced by a 'plucky and full-bodied' richness. Stylistic notes include fine, precise acidity and freshness, which is carried by an elegant, complex length. It is described as a very 'winey' Champagne with a subtle tannic chewiness.
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Varietal Composition: Typically 100% Pinot Noir, with a six-day maceration.
-
Optimal Drinking Window: The wine has a long potential cellar life, with some sources suggesting its store life is until 2029.
-
Organic Status: The entire vineyard is certified organic and biodynamic.
3. Food Pairing This Rosé de Saignée is structured and characterful, making it a great accompaniment to food. It is suggested to pair it with dishes that match its vinous intensity, such as Patanegra ham, sautéed squid, seared scallops, or a tuna fillet. Its bold profile also pairs well with richer, savoury autumnal or winter cuisine.
4. Vintage Quality The 2016 vintage in Champagne was highly variable, with some areas facing significant spring frost and heavy summer rains, which led to a lower overall yield. However, the later dry and sunny harvest conditions allowed skilled winemakers like Leclerc Briant to capture the 'essence of a unique year,' resulting in high-quality vintage wines with complexity and an elegant structure.
