A FAV OF 2023

This new-to-the-US domaine was a real highlight for us this year. Coming off a generation focused solely on viticulture, Clément Robert is restarting his family’s winemaking tradition. Based in the Côte des Bar, his first release highlights two terroirs in Landreville (La Chevêtre and La Grande Côte).

We loved his wine ‘Enchevetrer’ – a firm, red-fruited multi-parcel Pinot Noir – when it arrived earlier this year. This cuvée is back, but this time along with single vineyard wines: a pure Chardonnay that shows the phenolic nature of Blanc de Blancs in the Aube (think Courtin’s take with 'Eloquence,' also from the Côte des Bar); and, (arguably the Côte des Bar’s strength) a pure red-fruited Pinot Noir.

All three wines are single vintage, vinified as naturally as possible, raised in a mix of old wood and stainless steel, and see no dosage.

They are distinct, deeply delicious wines that happen to be sparkling and from Champagne. We cannot suggest them strongly enough, this (or tbh, any) season.

Also, there's something about the name that we love...?

‘20 Domaine Leon 'Enchevetrer' Blanc de Noirs →

‘20 Domaine Leon 'La Grande Cote' Blanc de Blancs →

‘20 Domaine Leon 'Derriere l'Eglise' Blanc de Noirs →