🌊The Champagne Aged under the Sea: Leclerc-Briant Abyss 2018

Leclerc Briant was founded in 1872 and was a pioneer in biodynamic viticulture. Sadly when they faced difficulties upon the passing of the 5th generation Leclerc in 2010, they sold off most of their vineyards and it was until 2012 that an American couple purchased and revived the brand. They then hired Hervé Jestin, a famous, talented and experienced winemaker, to be the winemaker at Leclerc Briant, and Frederic Zeimett, who worked on business development for LVMH group for 25 years, as general manager. 

Having grown up in the area, Jestin strongly believed that the sea near the small island "Ouessant" would increase the energy of the wine, hence he carefully selected his grapes from Champagne villages which were known for their limestone subsoil and those that offer resonance with the marine sediment in the area to create the cuvee, then submerged the bottled champagne 60 metres down in the Atlantic after disgorgement from 3 years of lees aging, resulting in the creation of the "Abyss" with its first vintage in 2012. He was spot on with his idea and the Champagne turned out to show higher energy and vibrance than that of those aged in the cellars on ground, offering rich and complex flavours such as that of dried apricot, apple, brioche and hazelnut.

The Champagne house has since been buying more vineyards to allow for increase in production volume to match its growing popularity around the globe. Today, we are pleased to offer the Abyss from the 2018 vintage which is made from equal parts of Pinot Noir, 33% Pinot Meunier and 33% Chardonnay, and is the fifth release of this cuvee. Every bottle is unique due to the aging in the sea, with different seashell footprints on the bottles. Perhaps a great option for gifts and Christmas? We are delighted to offer : 



Leclerc-Briant 'Abyss' Brut Zero 2018 (Individual Gift-boxes, perfect for gifts!) 
HK$1050 per bottle; 
HK$950 per bottle if you buy three bottles or above;  
HK$900 per bottle if you buy six bottles or above

94pts Wine Advocate 
Crafted from equal parts Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay and aged underwater during the summer of 2022, the 2018 Abyss reveals aromas of maritime notes, white fruits, spices, smoke and herbs. Medium to full-bodied, tense and ethereal, it's perfectly balanced with a pinpoint mousse and a lovely gastronomic bitterness. Disgorged with one gram per liter dosage. 

Subject to final confirmation. ETA late November 2026. 

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