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Sparkling dry
For those seeking a Rosé Champagne of unparalleled depth and character, the Duval-Leroy Femme de Champagne Rosé de Saignée Grand Cru 2008 is a truly remarkable find. This rare cuvée, from the exceptional 2008 vintage and meticulous saignée method in Bouzy's Grand Cru terroir, offers an extraordinary journey of flavor and complexity.
The aromatic bouquet reveals elegant notes of grenadine and wild strawberries, offering a fruity expression of great finesse. On the palate, this Champagne boasts beautiful vinous strength and an impressive structure. Its very fine bubbles provide a delicate texture, while the finish is notably tasty and fruity.
This exceptional Champagne is made exclusively from ‘Pinot Noir’ grapes sourced from the Grand Cru of Bouzy, a terroir renowned for its high-quality Pinot Noir. The family vines, aged 35 to 45 years, thrive on this remarkable soil.
The 2008 vintage stands out as exceptional, marked by great richness and freshness. The Femme de Champagne Rosé de Saignée 2008 is born from a short maceration of Pinot Noir grapes, preceded by meticulous sorting. Malolactic fermentation is carried out, and clarification is natural. Benefiting from an extraordinary 17 years of aging, including 15 years on fine lees, this Champagne reveals exceptional complexity, richness, and finesse.
Serve at 8-10 C with more substantial fish or white meat dishes or a plate of red berries.
Established in 1859 in the village of Vertus, in the heart of the prestigious Côte des Blancs, the Champagne house Duval-Leroy was founded by wine merchants Jules Duval and Edouard Leroy. After World War II, their production began to grow rapidly, and the company further strengthened its position when Jean Charles Duval took over its management. He introduced modern technologies and advanced equipment, significantly contributing to the company's expansion. Following the unexpected death of J. Ch. Duval, his wife Carol Duval-Leroy, often referred to as the "iron lady," took the helm. Following the example of famous Champagne widows – Veuve Clicquot, Lily Bollinger, and Louise Pommery – she continues to successfully lead the company to this day.
In 2007, Carol Duval-Leroy became the first woman elected as the head of the Association Viticole Champenoise (AVC), demonstrating her leadership and influence in the region. Duval-Leroy owns 200 hectares of vineyards in the prestigious Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, and Vallée de la Marne regions and is the ninth-largest vineyard owner in Champagne. It is a family-owned company that has managed to remain independent even as major Champagne producers were being sold or merged with large conglomerates. The high quality of their Champagnes is consistently recognized – in 2008, Duval-Leroy was the only Champagne to be included in the list of the World's Top 100 Wines, and in recent years, almost all of their main Champagnes have been rated 90 points or higher.
Wine Style
Duval-Leroy Champagnes are characterized by elegance, subtlety, and excellent balance, reflecting the specific terroir of the different Champagne regions. Great emphasis is placed on the ‘Chardonnay’ variety, which dominates their vineyards in the Côte des Blancs.
Prestigious Vineyards
Duval-Leroy owns vineyards in three main Champagne regions, each contributing to the character of their Champagnes:
The yields from these different terroirs and meticulous work in the cellar allow Duval-Leroy to create diverse and high-quality Champagnes.
Aging and Drinking Period
Duval-Leroy Champagnes are aged in cellars for an extended period, often exceeding the appellation requirements. This imparts greater complexity, finer bubbles, and a longer finish. While some Champagnes can be enjoyed in their youth, the top-tier cuvées, especially the “Blanc de Blancs,” have excellent potential to age and evolve for many years, gaining even more elegance and nuance. Duval-Leroy Champagnes are valued for both their youthful freshness and their mature complexity.
