Champagne Leclerc Briant is a unique Champagne house known for its biodynamic approach, innovation and strong identity.
WHAT IF WE TALKED ABOUT CHAMPAGNE DIFFERENTLY?
Let’s have authentic, engaging and refreshing conversations — far from conventional wine talk.
For this 6th episode of Let’s Talk, we head to Champagne with Hervé Jestin, Cellar Master at Champagne Leclerc Briant and a pioneer of biodynamic winemaking, alongside Aymar Cruse, US Director at Twins.
An opportunity to discover a truly unconventional Champagne house with over 150 years of history, deeply committed to nature and known for its bold approach. A hidden gem that offers a sensitive and innovative vision of Champagne.
Champagne Leclerc Briant stands out for its unique philosophy and bold vision.
Champagne Leclerc Briant: respect, emotion and singularity
Aymar Cruse : “Hervé, if you had to describe Champagne Leclerc Briant in three words?”
Hervé Jestin : “Respect, emotion, singularity.”
These three words perfectly capture the identity of the house.
Respect comes first, expressed through a deeply committed approach to biodynamic viticulture. Champagne Leclerc Briant focuses on preserving the natural balance of the vineyard and enhancing the true expression of its terroir.
Emotion is at the heart of every cuvée. The wines stand out for their finesse, purity and their ability to create a genuine sensory experience. Each tasting becomes a moment of discovery, driven by precision and sensitivity.
Finally, singularity defines the unique position of the house in Champagne. Through bold choices and innovative techniques, Leclerc Briant offers a distinctive and forward-thinking vision of Champagne.
Champagne Leclerc Briant: blending at the heart of creation
Aymar Cruse : “What is the most beautiful season at the estate?”
Hervé Jestin : “The blending period, without hesitation.”
While harvest is a key moment, blending is where the wine truly takes shape.
At Leclerc Briant, blending is seen as a creative act. It requires both technical expertise and a great deal of humility when facing the variability of each vintage.
Blending allows the team to balance different components, refine the structure and define the final identity of the wine. It is at this precise moment that the Cellar Master’s vision fully comes to life.
Champagne Leclerc Briant: an innovative house
Aymar Cruse : “What is something surprising that few people know about Leclerc Briant?”
Hervé Jestin : “You can abseil down a 35-metre well at the estate.”
This unusual experience perfectly reflects the spirit of the house: pushing boundaries and doing things differently.
Innovation also extends to winemaking techniques. Leclerc Briant is among the rare Champagne houses experimenting with underwater ageing.
This unique approach allows the wines to develop new aromatic expressions and highlights the house’s constant desire to explore beyond traditional methods.
The wines of Champagne Leclerc Briant offer purity, elegance and depth.
SHARING AT THE HEART OF THE PHILOSOPHY
Aymar Cruse : “Candlelit dinner or a table full of friends?”
Hervé Jestin : “Leclerc Briant is a Champagne meant to be shared.”
Here, wine is above all a collective experience.
The house promotes a vision of Champagne rooted in conviviality, where each bottle becomes a moment of connection. This philosophy aligns perfectly with Twins, where human relationships and shared experiences are essential.
Champagne Leclerc Briant goes beyond being just a wine — it becomes a link between people.
CURIOSITY AS A KEY FOR WINE LOVERS
Aymar Cruse : “Any advice for wine lovers?”
Hervé Jestin : “Always stay curious.”
In a constantly evolving wine world, curiosity is essential.
Exploring new terroirs, discovering different approaches and embracing diversity are key to truly understanding wine. At Leclerc Briant, curiosity also drives innovation and continuous improvement.
CONCLUSION: A UNIQUE VISION OF CHAMPAGNE
Through this conversation, Champagne Leclerc Briant emerges as a truly distinctive house.
A house where respect for nature, emotional expression and constant innovation come together to create unique wines.
Between tradition and modernity, precision and intuition, Leclerc Briant offers a deeply human and forward-looking vision of Champagne.
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