Brand's Heritage
Inspired by passion, Champagne Duval-Leroy is a family business and French institution which has dedicated itself to the noble craft of champagne-making since 1859, following the union of two families. Now in its sixth generation, Duval-Leroy has overcome hazards and adversity to remain true to its honorable wish for independence, born from integrity and high standards and a source of boundless creativity.
Sustainable Farming
Duval Leroy also takes pride in several remarkable firsts in the innovation of sustainable farming. They are the first champagne house to produce a certified organic Brut champagne which is still made today. They are the first to employ oenoclimates and processes to highlight the attributes of the terroir. In addition, they have also developed the first vat room in the world to combine photovoltaic solar panels, rainwater harvesting system and a green wall for head and sound insulation.
Considered as one of the pioneers and advocates of sustainable farming, The House of Duval Leroy have achieved certifications which help maintain and uphold their desire for a sustainable future. They are the first company to use sustainable viticulture to be “High Environmental Value” (HEV) Certified. They are also the first champagne house to be ISO 9002 certified for its quality management system and the first to achieve triple IFS, BRC and ISO 22000 certification in the area of food safety.
The Maison Duval-Leroy revels in the art of blending Pinots and Chardonnays. Enriched with around fifteen crus and generous quantity of reserve wines, Duval-Leroy Brut confirms its complexity and is recognised for its consistency.
Providing a perfect balance between finesse and power, it draws out flavors of dark chocolate, cinnamon and roasted yellow figs, expressing its subtle, melt-in-the-mouth vinosity.
To bring out the best in this wine, try it with young rabbit with new vegetables, a double veal chop or, more unexpectedly, soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert or perhaps Comte or Reblochon.
Accolades
VINTAGE
WINE TYPE
VARIETAL
WINE STYLE
ALCOHOL/VOL.
SWEETNESS
REGION
WINEMAKER
Non-Vintage
Champagne / Sparkling Wine
Blend of Pinot Noir Meunier and Chardonnay
Complex and traditional
12%
Extra Dry - No sweetness perceived; well-rounded with balanced acidity
Champagne, France
Sandrine Logette-Jardin
Champagne Duval-Leroy Brut Reserve
Wine Spectator – 91 points
“A fresh, finely knit version that meshes a silky mousse and delicate acidity with a subtle flavor range, including rich hints of toasted brioche, blackberry, spun honey, lemon zest and smoked almond. A fine aperitif in terms of weight and balance, but in a slightly richer style. Drink now through 2020.”
Wine & Spirits – 91 points
“This delivers a lot of fresh fruit through the lush feel of its bubbles, bringing scents of raspberry, plum and juicy pear up out of the glass. For all its generosity, the wine follows a clean, crisp line. It’s a fine aperitif to serve with saucisson.”
Wilfred Wong (Wine.com) – 90 points
“The Duval-Leroy Champagne Brut Reserve is smooth and pleasing on the palate. The wine's dry, yet easy finish makes it a lovely choice for aperitifs and first-course seafood dishes.
(Tasted: May 23, 2016, San Francisco, CA)
Awards
Vinalies Internationales, 2017: Silver
Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2016: Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2015: Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2015: Silver
International Wine Challenge, 2015: Silver
Champagne Duval Leroy
Fleur De Champagne Brut Premier Cru
Elegant and well-structured, it is veiled with fine, satiny bubbles. Bringing together a long, well-balanced taste and a cultivated, distinguished character, this champagne is a harmonious prelude to a delicious meal. Derived from a lively cuvee, a lofty, fragrant source with a hint of minerals, it will capture the memories of shared emotions for a very long time.
Try this wine with a pineapple carpaccio and roasted langoustines.
Wine Spectator – 92 points
“Framed by vivid acidity, this harmonious Champagne shows a tapestry of poached pear, pastry dough, white raspberry, apple blossom and almond biscotti notes, set on a refined, silky texture. Drink now through 2020.”
Wilfred Wong of Wine.com – 91 points
“If you ever dreamed about tasting mineral, chalk and green apples, then the non-vintage Duval-Leroy Premier Cru Champagne is the one you need to get your hands on. The next step is to dive into and oyster bed, well that might be a bit messy. Just have a good pal shuck them and place the half shells on a platter. Medium straw color, dancing beads in the nose; perky apple, mineral and chalky aromas; lively and biting on the palate; dry, excellent acidity, well balanced; crunchy, tart apple and chalk in the flavors; long, bright and frisky aftertaste.” (Tasted: October 21, 2014, San Francisco, CA)
Awards:
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2016: Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2016: Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2015: Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2015: Bronze
International Wine Challenge, 2015: Commended
Accolades
VINTAGE
WINE TYPE
VARIETAL
WINE STYLE
ALCOHOL/VOL.
SWEETNESS
REGION
WINEMAKER
Non-Vintage
Champagne / Sparkling Wine
Blend of Premier and Grand Cru Chardonnay & Pinot Noir
Complex and traditional
12%
Extra Dry - No sweetness perceived; well-rounded with balanced acidity
Champagne, France
Sandrine Logette-Jardin
Champagne Duval Leroy
Rose Prestige Premier Cru
Duval-Leroy Rosé Prestige is made only from grapes with a Premier Cru designation and then aged a minimum of three years, a hallmark practice of the Duval-Leroy Champagne house. Made primarily from Pinot Noir with a touch of Chardonnay, this wine has alternating layers of light chalky texture and firm acidity with flavors of white raspberry, rich pastry, lemon zest and ginger. Its salmon color holds one’s eye and brings hints of amber to the fore. Its bouquet releases a wealth of aromas: wild cherries, figs and even a hint of ginger and geraniums. It has solid maturity and balanced vinosity.
This is best served very chilled as an aperitif, and will also beautifully accompany grilled fish, sushi, and seafood.
VINTAGE
WINE TYPE
VARIETAL
WINE STYLE
ALCOHOL/VOL.
SWEETNESS
REGION
WINEMAKER
Non-Vintage
Champagne / Sparkling Wine
Blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
Complex and traditional
12%
Extra Dry - No sweetness perceived; well-rounded with balanced acidity
Champagne, France
Sandrine Logette-Jardin
Accolades
Tasting Panel – 93 points
“The largest family-owned house in Champagne. Pale pink; juicy and fresh with elegant, tangy, balanced style; raspberry and citrus, mineral and showing considerable finesse.”
Wine & Spirits – 91 points
“This delivers a lot of fresh fruit through the lush feel of its bubbles, bringing scents of raspberry, plum and juicy pear up out of the glass. For all its generosity, the wine follows a clean, crisp line. It's a fine aperitif to serve with saucisson.”
Wine Spectator – 92 points
“Harmonious, with a lively bead and bright acidity, this features a pleasing range of wild strawberry, chalk, kumquat and cream flavors. A streak of saline-tinged minerality lingers on the firm finish. Disgorged January 2015. Drink now through 2018. 6,000 cases made.”
Awards:
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2016: Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2016: Silver
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2015: Bronze
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2015: Bronze
International Wine Challenge, 2015: Bronze
Champagne Duval Leroy
Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2006 Grand Cru
Made from 100% Chardonnay from the Champagne region's finest Grand Cru vineyards, Duval-Leroy Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is creamy and smooth on the palate that impart balance and richness to the wine. The nose reveals complex aromas of white blossom, mandarin, toasted almonds with undercurrents of apple, lemon zest and sea salt, making it the perfect pairing with fish and shellfish, roasted chicken and hard cheeses.
This wine is best served very chilled as an aperitif, and will beautifully accompany grilled fish, sushi, seafood.
Wine Enthusiast- 93 points
“This has all the mineral qualities associated with pure Chardonnay. It is crisp, tightly textured and bright. It also has more serious depths of structure, white fruits and richness. This is still ready to age further. Drink now, although it will be better from 2016.”
Wine Spectator – 93 points
“A minerally version, fresh and focused, with a subtle, smoky underpinning and rich flavors of toasted brioche and coconut, poached pear, candied kumquat and chopped almond riding the fine, lacy bead. Disgorged February 2014. Drink now through 2026.”
Wilfred Wong of Wine.com- 92 points
“One of the most complex Champagnes in the marketplace, the 2006 Duval-Leroy Blanc de Blancs exhibits bread yeast, ripe apples, and crème in the aromas. The wine's combination of its full-bodied presence and tangy finish make a fine choice with steamed steelhead in a light soy and scallion sauce.” (Tasted: September 26, 2016, San Francisco, CA)
The Wine Advocate – 90 points
“The pale yet brillant yellow 2006 Millésimé Prestige Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru offers an attractive mix of dusty chalk flavors intermixed with yeast, some herbs, and bright fruit flavors of ripe pears and apples as well as citrus fruits. Full-bodied and elegant this is a quite intense and vivacious Blanc de Blancs with finesse and character that seems to be less ripe and rich than so many 2006s”.
Awards
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2016: Silver
Hong Kong International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2016: Silver
International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2016: Silver
Le Guide Hachette des Vins, 2016: 1 Star
Decanter World Wine Awards, 2015: Silver
Accolades
VINTAGE
WINE TYPE
VARIETAL
WINE STYLE
ALCOHOL/VOL.
SWEETNESS
REGION
WINEMAKER
2006
Champagne / Sparkling Wine
Chardonnay (100%)
Complex and traditional
12.5%
Extra Dry - No sweetness perceived; well-rounded with balanced acidity
Champagne, France
Sandrine Logette-Jardin