Maison Rebel — Leclerc Briant’s Blanc de Meuniers Brut Zéro 2016

Tasting Notes

In the glass: pale straw with faint green glints — lean, crisp, ready to depart.
On the nose: wild plum, almond, orange peel, and a hint of salted bread crust. 
On the palate: textured, mid-weight bubbles with flavours of lemongrass, peppermint, quince, and a finish that’s super-dry, mineral-charged, and clean as a whistle. 
This isn’t party fizz — this is serious Champagne with depth.

Meet the Winemaker

Leclerc Briant is a bold Maison in Épernay known for biodynamic vineyards and radical Champagne philosophy. Their Blanc de Meuniers Brut Zéro is crafted from 100% Pinot Meunier from Premier Cru sites, fermented and aged with detail, and finished with zero dosage — no added sugar, just pure, refined expression. 

Wine Specs

• Varietal: 100% Pinot Meunier (Premier Cru) 

• Vintage: 2016

• Region: Champagne AOC, France (Premier Cru vineyards) 

• Vinification/Aging: Aged in barriques/oak for 9-10 months, followed by long lees aging; finished with zero dosage (≈1.3 g/L RS) 

• ABV: 12.5% 

• Bottle Size: 750 ml

• Serving Temp: 8-10°C — cold but not frozen; let the subtle complexities shine.

Critic Reviews

• “Incredibly fine and elegant, very very dry, but beautiful freshness and sweeping flavors on the finish.” — Review summary from Vivino on this cuvée. 

• “The 2016 represents a groundbreaking approach to Pinot Meunier … crafted exclusively from Premier Cru vineyards.” — Retail commentary. 

• Technical tasting note: “On the palate, the wine shows considerable body and a complex array of flavors including lemongrass, peppermint and quince.” 

Food Pairings

• Oysters on the half shell with lemon-zest — minerality meets brine.

• Lightly seared scallops with herb butter — texture aligns.

• Sushi (especially fatty fish like toro) — richness met with finesse.

• Soft fresh cheeses (chèvre, burrata) with a drizzle of olive oil — counterpoint to dryness.

• Tapas with salt cod fritters or smoked salmon — elegant and playful.

Why You Need This Bottle

Because when you want sparkling that speaks volumes but doesn’t shout, this is your move. It’s refined, avant-garde, zero dosage, and built on an often-under-exploited grape: Pinot Meunier. Pull this out when you want people to listen to your wine-choice — not just nod.

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