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Champagne Duval-Leroy
www.duval-leroy.com

Sandrine Logette-Jardin, Chef de Cave


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Duval-Leroy: The Spirit of Independence Article (Wine Spectator 2012)
Country of Origin: France
Location: Vertus
People: Carol Duval-Leroy, President | Sandrine Logette-Jardin, Chef de Cave (Winemaker)


Duval-Leroy is a large family owned Champagne house headquartered in Vertus in the Cote de Blancs. Since 1991 it has been headed by a strong lady of Champagne, Carole Duval-Leroy. Carol Duval-Leroy, president of Champagne Duval-Leroy and of Wine Association of the Champagne region, represents modernity, rigor and self-abnegation.

It was in 1859 that the families of Duval and Leroy joined together. Two creative spirits, a vine-grower and a champagne merchant, began by creating a unique style which everyone could recognize. Their objective was to build an identity for Duval-Leroy bringing together a world, a taste and a terroir, not just an ordinary brand. If today, the House of Duval-Leroy is the last major independent family Champagne House, it is undoubtedly thanks to its pioneering spirits, and their open-mindedness.

A common and very distinctive feature of the house style in comparison to other larger Champagne houses is the high proportion of Chardonnay used in the various cuvees, which is a factor of the company's extensive holdings of Premier and Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards. The key word is freshness, which is a theme running through the range and is very much an expression of the terroir associated with Chardonnay grown in chalky soils in the Cotes de Blancs.

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Champagne Duval-Leroy 2000 'Cuvée Femme' Champagne Grand Cru AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy NV 'Prestige' Brut Rose, Champagne 1er Cru AOC Net Price Reviews Downloads
Champagne Duval-Leroy (187 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV 'Lady Rose' Sec Rose, Champagne AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV 'Prestige' Brut Rose, Champagne 1er Cru AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne 1er Cru AOC Net Price Reviews —
Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne AOC Net Price Reviews Downloads
Reviews
Champagne Duval-Leroy (187 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 90

A firm version, with an open-knit texture and chalky undertow, featuring a subtle mesh of persimmon, white raspberry, honey, blanched almond and apricot notes. Delicate finish.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy (187 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 91

There's a creamy edge to the quince, biscuit, honey and ginger flavors in this well-cut Champagne, which help to balance the firm acidity. Vibrant and expressive, with a zesty finish. Drink now through 2014

- The Wine Spectator (12/15/2010)

Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV 'Lady Rose' Sec Rose, Champagne AOC
Rating: 89

In the past, I have not always been overly impressed with this house's –Lady Ros_â€ù, which is finished off as a Sec and is fairly sweet on the backend. Some past releases have been a tad sweet-sour in style, but the most recent release is spot on and carries off this more difficult style with aplomb. The nose offers up a complex blend of sweet cranberries, smoke, blood orange, fine soil tones and wheat toast. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, crisp and shows off lovely balance for carrying a fairly high dosage, with elegant mousse, crisp acids and good length and grip on the finish. Good juice. 2011-2018

- John Gilman View from the Cellar (8/1/2011)

Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV 'Prestige' Brut Rose, Champagne 1er Cru AOC
Rating: 93

Lacy in texture and elegant, this is framed by delicate acidity that focuses the subtle flavors of dried apricot, cherry and graphite-tinged mineral, with hints of honey, ground anise and walnut. Harmonious. Drink now through 2020. 6,000 cases made.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 90

A firm version, with an open-knit texture and chalky undertow, featuring a subtle mesh of persimmon, white raspberry, honey, blanched almond and apricot notes. Delicate finish.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy (375 ml) NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 91

There's a creamy edge to the quince, biscuit, honey and ginger flavors in this well-cut Champagne, which help to balance the firm acidity. Vibrant and expressive, with a zesty finish. Drink now through 2014

- The Wine Spectator (12/15/2010)

Champagne Duval-Leroy 2000 'Cuvée Femme' Champagne Grand Cru AOC
Rating: 92

Bright gold. Complex aromas of fresh pit and orchard fruits, with bright floral and chalky mineral qualities adding lift and focus. Meyer lemon and bitter pear skin flavors are complemented by chamomile and buttery brioche, with a hint of tarragon in the background. Closes smooth, smoky and very long, with bracing citrus fruit qualities adding bite. All of the chardonnay in this blend comes from grand cru sites in Chouilly, Avize, Oger and Mesnil-sur-Oger.

- International Wine Cellar (12/1/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy 2000 'Cuvée Femme' Champagne Grand Cru AOC
Rating: 93

Featuring a fine texture and bright acidity, this lithe and lively Champagne, offers Gala apple, lemon zest, fresh ginger and black raspberry flavors, with honey, pastry and smoke hints. Shows appealing balance and accessibility. Drink now through 2023. 1,800 cases made.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy 2000 'Cuvée Femme' Champagne Grand Cru AOC
Rating: 94

Firm and expressive, with well-cut acidity framing flavors of currant, licorice, bread dough and blanched almond. The mousse is soft and creamy, and showing hints of mineral, apple and fennel seed that linger on the lasting finish. Drink now through 2022.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2012)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV 'Prestige' Brut Rose, Champagne 1er Cru AOC
Rating: 93

Lacy in texture and elegant, this is framed by delicate acidity that focuses the subtle flavors of dried apricot, cherry and graphite-tinged mineral, with hints of honey, ground anise and walnut. Harmonious. Drink now through 2020. 6,000 cases made.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV 'Prestige' Brut Rose, Champagne 1er Cru AOC
Rating: 88

Bright pink. Aromas and flavors of red berries and candied rose, with a subtle smokiness in the background. Juicy and open-knit, with good finishing breadth and a touch of lingering sweetness.  In an easygoing style.

- International Wine Cellar (12/15/2012)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne 1er Cru AOC
Rating: 91

A lightly toasty version with hints of brioche and nut, appealing for the fine balance and accessibility. Flavors of plum skin, apricot, crystallized honey and kumquat ride the fine and creamy mousse. Drink now through 2018.

- The Wine Spectator (10/31/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 90

A firm version, with an open-knit texture and chalky undertow, featuring a subtle mesh of persimmon, white raspberry, honey, blanched almond and apricot notes. Delicate finish. Drink now. 40,000 cases made.

- The Wine Spectator (11/30/2013)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 89

Light yellow-gold. Pear, quince and orange zest on the nose, with subtle notes of toasted almond and honey adding complexity. Silky in texture, showcasing deep, fresh orchard and citrus flavors plus a hint of toastiness. Becomes spicier with air and finishes with solid punch and an echo of pear.

- International Wine Cellar (12/15/2012)

Champagne Duval-Leroy NV Brut, Champagne AOC
Rating: 90

Firm, with a lively bead and a well-meshed range of smoky mineral, white peach, candied lemon zest, biscuit and pickled ginger notes. Mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2017.

- The Wine Spectator (11/15/2012)