Champagne Leclerc Briant - Réserve Extra Brut
92/100
James Suckling
92/100
Wine Spectator
17/20
Jancis Robinson
90/100
RVF
"A rich and harmonious taste experience, combining finesse and depth"
“All the vineyards are classified as Premier Cru or Grand Cru. Organic and biodynamic farming. Classic Champagne characteristics. Noticeable acidity, but great depth and complexity on the palate. Notes of hazelnut, yeast, and tangy citrus. There’s a lot to discover and enjoy.” (Jancis Robinson 2025).
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Eye
A golden color with straw-yellow and deep highlights
Nose
Pastry notes, oriental spices, aromas of marzipan and praline
Palate
Smooth and fresh, with a fruity, luscious, and crisp texture, and a crisp, lemony acidity
Serve
At 10-12°C
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it as an aperitif, with oysters and seafood, or as an accompaniment to dishes featuring pork, lamb, or Comté cheese…
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2026 guide): 4*Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
This Epernay-based brand, a pioneer of organic viticulture in Champagne and founded by the Leclerc family in 1872, experienced a renaissance under the leadership of Pascal Leclerc Briant in the 1990s and 2000s. The wine merchant was acquired in 2012 by an American couple, Mark Nunnelly and Denise Dupré, who are passionate about champagne and the French art of living. The house has now reached a brilliant maturity, complemented by the spectacular revival of the Hôtel Royal Champagne. All the champagnes, produced using biodynamic viticulture, possess great character and an intense, profound expression. Hervé Jestin, the cellar master, crafts wines that inspire our admiration.
Decanter
Rated Estate Recommended
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2026 guide) 90/100
Rated estate (2026 guide): 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the wine:
Réserve displays a lovely maturity; the overall impression is relaxed.
About the estate:
Acquired in 2012 by a passionate American couple, this small estate has risen from the ashes thanks to wines with remarkable character. The vineyards are cultivated using biodynamic methods, and grapes are sourced from organic or biodynamic winemakers. The majority of the grapes come from exceptional terroirs (Mailly, Le Mesnil, Cumières...). Hervé Jestin has been working with the house for several years, bringing his well-known talent to the table. The Abyss cuvées—champagnes submerged at the bottom of the sea for 12 months off the coast of the island of Ouessant—possess a distinct identity, as do the single-vineyard champagnes Château d’Avize and Les Mont Ferrés. Partial aging in oak, low dosage, and a balance of tension and vinosity are the hallmarks of this fine house.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100 (Exceptional wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated (2025 guide) 17/20
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
All the vineyards are classified as Premier Cru or Grand Cru. Organic and biodynamic farming. Classic characteristics of Champagne. Noticeable acidity, but great depth and complexity on the palate. Notes of hazelnut, yeast, and tangy citrus. There is much to discover and enjoy.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2025 guide) 92/100
Rated "Recommended"
About the wine:
Aromas of French toast, chopped nuts, toasted brioche, and berries, followed by a medium-bodied, toasty, and flavorful palate, with creamy bubbles and lively acidity. Ready to drink now.
Jeb Dunnuck
Rated "Recommended"