Presentation
La Trame Rouge Leclere-Minard 2020 is a refined vintage rosé Champagne that captures the energy and precision of the 2020 harvest. Crafted by an artisanal grower-house, it offers a style that is both gastronomic and delicate, with a clear focus on purity of fruit and tension. This cuvée stands out for its fine balance between red-berry intensity, chalky freshness and a subtle, vinous depth that makes it ideal for the table as well as for aperitif.
This is a Champagne for passionate wine lovers who appreciate detail: a rosé that privileges finesse over power, with a sophisticated aromatic palette and a long, structured finish. Its identity lies in the interplay between crisp acidity, silky bubbles and the gentle presence of red wine that shapes its colour and texture.
Origin and Production
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Coming from the chalky hillsides of the Champagne region, this cuvée is rooted in a terroir known for its cool climate, limestone subsoil and excellent natural drainage. These conditions favour slow ripening and the development of delicate aromas with strong mineral tension.
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The blend typically highlights the classic Champagne grapes, with a core of Pinot Noir for structure and red fruit, complemented by Chardonnay for freshness and elegance; a portion of still red Pinot Noir is used to create the rosé colour and enhance the wine’s aromatic profile.
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Vinification follows traditional Champagne methods: gentle pressing, separate vinification of base wines, then blending and prise de mousse in bottle. Ageing on lees in the cellar brings complexity, fine bubbles and subtle brioche notes, while the addition of red wine is carefully controlled to preserve balance and precision.
Tasting
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Appearance
A luminous, pale raspberry-pink robe with delicate copper highlights and a steady stream of fine, persistent bubbles that forms a graceful mousse.
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Nose
Expressive and precise, with notes of wild strawberry, redcurrant and raspberry, supported by hints of citrus zest, pomegranate and a light floral touch. Subtle nuances of chalk, white pepper and pastry emerge with aeration.
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Palate
Fresh, vertical and finely structured. The attack is crisp, carried by lively acidity and delicate effervescence. The mid-palate reveals juicy red fruit, blood orange and a slight saline, mineral edge. The finish is long, dry and persistent, with a fine tannic grip from the red wine component that invites another sip.
Food Pairings & Drinking Occasions
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This rosé Champagne pairs beautifully with:
- seafood dishes such as tuna tartare, grilled prawns or lobster
- refined charcuterie and cured ham
- poultry or veal in light cream or citrus-based sauces
- Japanese cuisine, especially sushi and sashimi, or lightly spiced dishes
- desserts featuring red fruits with limited sweetness
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Ideal for special aperitifs, festive meals and intimate celebrations, it shines particularly at the start of a gastronomic dinner or throughout a meal based on fish and white meats.
Cellaring Potential and Serving
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The optimal drinking window begins now and extends over the next 3 to 5 years, when the wine’s fruit and freshness are at their peak.
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With good storage conditions, it offers a cellaring potential of around 5 to 7 years from the vintage, gaining in complexity while retaining its backbone.
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Serve well-chilled, ideally between 8 and 10 °C. Use fine, tulip-shaped Champagne glasses to enhance the aromatic expression and the finesse of the bubbles. Allow the bottle a few minutes in the glass to fully reveal the nuances of La Trame Rouge Leclere-Minard 2020.
