Champagne Valentin Leflaive CV|19|30 Blanc de Blancs Brut Champagne

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This Blanc de Blancs from Valentin Leflaive is a pristine and refined expression of Chardonnay-led Champagne, offering both precision and elegance. With its crisp mineral backbone, vibrant freshness and subtle richness, it presents an excellent balance between sophistication and drinkability—ideal for elegant occasions or thoughtful pairings. Origins & CraftsmanshipHailing from the Côte des Blancs in Champagne, France, this cuvée is crafted entirely from Chardonnay grapes drawn notably from Premier- and Grand-Cru vineyards including Vertus, Bergères-les-Vertus and Cramant. The vines are approximately 40 years old and rooted in clay-limestone and chalk soils, yielding expressive terroir-driven fruit. The designation “CV|19|30” signals the house’s code of vintage, dosage (3.0 g/L) and style. The wine is aged on its lees for 39 months, emphasizing texture, minerality and maturity while preserving lively acidity and freshness. The dosage of 3 g/L places it in the Extra-Brut to low-Brut category, letting the terroir speak clearly. Tasting Profile Nose: A soft golden hue reveals an aromatic profile of ripe white-stone fruit—peach and apricot—framed by delicate brioche and toasted almond. Subtle chalky mineral and white-flower notes lend elegance. Palate: Graceful and linear, the attack is lively with orchard-fruit purity—pear and green apple—transitioning into shortbread, hazelnut and a touch of warm pastry crust. The chalk and limestone minerality shine through, giving clarity and tension. Finish: Long and refined. The finish leaves behind lemon-zest brightness, saline mineral clarity and a trace of honeyed wax and light toast. The overall impression is clean, polished and subtly rich—inviting another sip. Quick Overview Specification Details ABV / Proof ~12.5% ABV Origin / Region Côte des Blancs (Champagne, France) Production / Grape Type 100% Chardonnay (Blanc de Blancs) Aging / Maturation 39 months on lees with low dosage (3 g/L) Aromas & Flavors Peach, apricot, green apple, brioche, toasted almond, chalk/mineral Style / Identity Chardonnay-driven Champagne; focused on terroir, finesse and elegance

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