Champagne Duval-Leroy - Brut Réserve
91/100
Gault & Millau
"Champagne crafted with passion, power, and unique character"
With around fifteen crus and a generous amount of reserve wine, Brut Réserve confirms its recognized consistency with its complexity. Perfectly balanced, it develops aromas of citrus and white fruits. Perfect as an aperitif!
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Eye
Pale gold color with silver highlights and fine bubbles.
Nose
Delicate, floral expression with the aromatic complexity of toasted almonds
Mouth
Very well balanced between finesse and power, with aromas of citrus and white fruits (apple, pear). Subtly mellow wine character.
Serve
Between 8 et 10°C
Drink before
2026
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy as an aperitif, with white meats, shrimp, Brie, Comté cheese...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2024 guide) 3 stars (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Under the energetic and passionate leadership of Carol Duval, now supported by her sons, this house, established in 1859 in Vertus, in the Côte des Blancs, has continually raised its standards. The estate's own vineyards are extensive, covering 200 hectares, with a significant proportion of grands crus in the Côte des Blancs. This represents a third of the requirements of the house, which produces 5 million bottles each year. The cellar master is also a woman, Sandrine Logette-Jardin.
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Wine rated (2022 guide) 91/100
About wine:
Beautiful nose, light and delicate with notes of crushed toasted almonds, fresh grape juice, and white chocolate. The palate is consistent with a clean mouthfeel, pronounced fruitiness, and a finish that remains savory.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2024 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or quality winemakers producing good-quality wines; you won't be disappointed when tasting the wines from these estates)
About the estate:
Located south of the Côte des Blancs, this family business has flourished under the leadership of the direct and energetic Carol Duval-Leroy, supported by her sons Julien and Charles. It is a recent success story embodied by a dynamic widow, just as Champagne likes them. This Belgian woman, who is passionate about hunting, has made Duval a modern, accessible brand that is now a partner of sommeliers. The cellar area (barrel vinification, storage) has doubled since 2009. Sandrine Logette, one of the few female cellar masters, has been overseeing the vinification process since 2007. She perpetuates the spirit of innovation with an eclectic range of mainly Chardonnay wines, characterized by their creaminess and fine bubbles.
Customer rating
4.8/5
based on 4 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. JEAN-MICHEL P. Published on 01/03/2025
An excellent champagne, dominated initially by notes of brioche and vanilla, followed by fruity notes. Extremely easy to drink, it is the epitome of elegance and finesse. Everyone loved it.
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Note and opinion by Mr. HENRI O. Published on 09/01/2025
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Note and opinion by Mr. ISIDORO M. Published on 12/15/2024
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Review and opinion by Ms. NATHALIE N. Published on 03/31/2024
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