Regarding the Champagne Leclerc Briant Blanc de Meuniers 2018
The 2018 Blanc de Meuniers Premier Cru organic champagne from Maison Leclerc Briant is an extra-brut champagne made from 100% Pinot Meunier, vinified and aged in oak barrels.
The appearance suggests a fresh and nuanced wine. The rich nose evokes toasty aromas, coconut, jasmine flowers, and—after aeration—honey and mild spices. On the palate, this champagne offers a crisp and fresh profile with a creamy, well-integrated effervescence. The Champagne develops a luscious, fruity body supported by a citrusy acidity.
Power and delicacy coexist in perfect balance, refined by oak aging that adds a subtle patina to the generous fruit. The finish, marked by more candied aromas, reveals a very pure, creamy limestone base that offers a long, flavorful aftertaste.
The Blanc de Meuniers cuvée is a Champagne whose full-bodied, mineral character pairs wonderfully with tuna tataki, salmon gravlax, or pan-seared duck foie gras.