Champagne Leclere-Minard - Frimas 2019
The Frimas 2019 Champagne from Maison Leclere-Minard is produced by an independent winemaker based in Hautvillers, an emblematic village of Champagne, located on the right bank of the Marne Valley. The Leclere-Minard estate cultivates an artisanal approach, committed to the sincere expression of the grapes and the vintage, with a deliberately confidential production. The Frimas cuvée fits within this philosophy, emphasizing the precise reading of a given year rather than a standardized style. The 2019 vintage, marked by beautiful maturity and good natural balance, offers ideal foundations for a characterful champagne. This cuvée claims a winemaker's identity, where the wine takes precedence over the effect. Frimas 2019 stands out for its tension, purity, and depth. It appeals to lovers of terroir champagnes, precise and expressive.
The nose is fine and elegant, revealing aromas of ripe white fruits, pear, and fresh apple, accompanied by delicate citrus notes. Upon aeration, slightly brioche nuances and a chalky mineral touch appear, adding complexity and relief. On the palate, the attack is straight and precise, carried by a fine and well-integrated effervescence. The body is balanced, combining freshness and depth without heaviness. The aromas evolve harmoniously, allowing the fruit and a beautiful salinity to express themselves. The tension structures the whole and prolongs the tasting. The finish is clean, persistent, and elegantly mineral.
The Frimas 2019 Champagne is suitable both as an aperitif and for a more gastronomic tasting, where its precision and balance fully reveal themselves. It can be appreciated today for its freshness, while offering interesting aging potential in the cellar. This cuvée reflects the commitment of the Leclere-Minard estate to characterful champagnes, faithful to their origin and vintage. It fits within a demanding and artisanal vision of contemporary Champagne. A straight, sincere, and refined champagne. A beautiful expression of the 2019 vintage.
Grape variety: 100% Pinot Meunier
