Daniel Leclerc: Cuvée Réserve

Daniel Leclerc: Cuvée Réserve

Cuvée Réserve

Daniel Leclerc | Brut

But where to begin? I decided on the Cuvée Réserve. Why? When I'm getting to know a winery or champagne house, I deliberately try not to start with the classic entry-level Brut. Too often I've felt that the first impression went in too generic a direction, and therefore the winemaker's true potential didn't come through properly. The Cuvée Réserve seemed to me like the cuvée that could reflect the house style well. 100% Pinot Noir from the Côte des Bar, expressive and with character. A champagne with structure, ripe fruit notes, spice and a fine creaminess. Tasting notes: Color: Straw yellow with golden reflections, fine, lively bubbles. Aroma: Ripe fruits, roasted coffee, fine spice notes. Taste: Full-bodied, creamy, with pronounced Pinot Noir structure and a long, spicy finish. In the coming days I'll try more champagnes from Daniel Leclerc, and then see if my assessment is correct. Was the Cuvée Réserve really the perfect choice for getting to know the house? Who knows Daniel Leclerc's champagnes and has a favorite? I'm curious about your opinions!

When I'm getting to know a winery or champagne house, I deliberately try not to start with the classic entry-level Brut. Too often I've felt that the first impression went in too generic a direction, and therefore the winemaker's true potential didn't come through properly.

The Cuvée Réserve seemed to me like the cuvée that could reflect the house style well. 100% Pinot Noir from the Côte des Bar, expressive and with character. A champagne with structure, ripe fruit notes, spice and a fine creaminess.

Tasting notes:

Color: Straw yellow with golden reflections, fine, lively bubbles. Aroma: Ripe fruits, roasted coffee, fine spice notes. Taste: Full-bodied, creamy, with pronounced Pinot Noir structure and a long, spicy finish.

In the coming days I'll try more champagnes from Daniel Leclerc, and then see if my assessment is correct.

Was the Cuvée Réserve really the perfect choice for getting to know the house?

Who knows Daniel Leclerc's champagnes and has a favorite? I'm curious about your opinions!

Tasting Notes

A full-bodied, creamy champagne with ripe fruit, roasted coffee and fine spice notes. Pronounced Pinot Noir structure with a long, spicy finish.

Details

Producer Daniel Leclerc
Cuvée Cuvée Réserve
Category Brut
Grape Varieties Pinot Noir
Terroir Aube / Côte des Bar
Style Brut
Highlights 100% Pinot Noir, Côte des Bar, creamy, spicy finish
Pairs with Cheese

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