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Champagne Leflaive Blanc de Blancs CV 18 3.0 Extra Brut 

(Carefully curated notes below are taken directly from the Producer’s website)

Varietal Composition

100% Chardonnay 

3.0 g Dosage

Location/Terroir

Côtes des Blancs, notably Cramant (Grand Cru) and Vertus (Premier Cru) vineyards

Food Pairing

• Oysters on the half shell – the ultimate match for its saline minerality.
• Scallop crudo or ceviche – citrusy brightness complements the wine’s crisp profile.
• Lobster with beurre blanc – rich but delicate, mirrors the Champagne’s fine mousse.
• Triple crème Brie or Chaource – creamy texture balanced by the acidity.
• Parmigiano-Reggiano shavings – for a nutty, salty contrast.
• Leek & Gruyère tart – savory and elegant.
• Spring vegetable risotto – like peas, asparagus, and lemon zest.
• Roast chicken with thyme and lemon – classic pairing with Chardonnay-based Champagnes.
• Poached chicken salad with tarragon aioli – matches its finesse and acidity.
• Sashimi or nigiri (especially fluke, snapper, or hamachi) – clean, subtle flavors pair perfectly.
• Tempura vegetables or shrimp – the crisp texture echoes the bubbles.

About the producer!

Valentin Leflaive is an invitation to discover the best champagne has to offer, a journey through terroirs and memories. He succeeds in making each tasting a unique experience because, above all, he is the fruit of a family adventure. For the Leflaive family, the plot-by-plot approach is rooted in its roots. While not revolutionary, this vision is a defining characteristic of Valentin Leflaive. This expertise takes on its full meaning in the great terroirs of the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. Valentin Leflaive champagnes focus on the origins of the place, from the most specific plot to the most generic. It’s a philosophy that begins in the vineyard, where the search for the nuances of the terroir guides the team’s every step. Then, it’s in the human-sized winery with its multitude of small containers that the identity of each terroir is revealed, with vinifications tailored to each plot.