About Émile Leclère
Émile Leclère is a family-run Champagne estate based at 15 rue Victor Hugo in Mardeuil, near Épernay in the Vallée de la Marne. Now in its fifth generation under Vincent and Marie, it makes grower Champagne (Récoltant-Manipulant) led by Pinot Meunier, the signature grape of the Marne valley, and matures its wines in cellars dug into the chalk.
Who Is This For?
For those who want a fruit-forward, soft and creamy grower Champagne that shows the Marne valley's Pinot Meunier character
Wines of Émile Leclère
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Émile Leclère located?
- Émile Leclère is at 15 rue Victor Hugo in Mardeuil, near Épernay, in the Vallée de la Marne, Champagne.
- Is Émile Leclère a grower Champagne?
- Yes. It is a family estate run by Vincent and Marie, the fifth generation, and is described as Récoltant-Manipulant, meaning it makes Champagne from its own grapes.
- What grape is Émile Leclère known for?
- Pinot Meunier, the grape best suited to the Vallée de la Marne. Its Brut Réserve is a blend of 80% Pinot Meunier and 20% Chardonnay.
- What does the Brut Réserve taste like?
- It is soft and creamy with ripe fruit and brioche notes, kept lively by a fresh acidity and fine bubbles.
- Can you visit Émile Leclère?
- Yes. Cellar visits and tastings are offered by prior reservation through the estate's official website.