Champagne Leclerc Briant 2018 ABYSS, brut nature, 12% vol., ORGANIC

The 2018 cuvee of ABYSS vintage champagne was submerged for 12 months in the summer of 2022 at a depth of 60 meters off the Breton Atlantic coast. While these conditions allow the contents of the bottle to develop in a truly unique way, no label in the world can withstand seawater. Therefore, ABYSS is always presented without a label, but with an elegant gift box and bottle tag. Upon opening, intense maritime notes of sea spray with a hint of menthol mingle pleasantly with a fruity bouquet of apricots, yellow apple, and rhubarb. Ethereal nuances of green tea and mint emerge. A very complex nose: given some time to breathe, notes of lemon, licorice, and a touch of cassis develop. Elegant perlage with great finesse. The vibrant, citrusy acidity beautifully complements the long, saline, and briny finish of the ABYSS. A dream with oysters.