Tasting Notes for Mouzon Leroux L'atavique Champagne NV 

Mouzon Leroux L’Atavique Champagne NV is a vibrant, terroir-driven cuvée from Verzy Grand Cru, showcasing a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with remarkable energy, minerality, and vinous depth.

Tasting Notes

• Aromatics: Toasty brioche, ripe apple, nectarine, and hints of amontillado and chicken stock lend savoury complexity.
• Palate: Briny and chalky with vibrant minerality. Expect red fruits, citrus zest, and subtle oxidative notes. The texture is vinous and focused, with leesy richness and saline undertones.
• Finish: Long and persistent, with a fine balance of freshness and power. It’s both racy and rich, offering superb drive and density.

Winemaking & Terroir

• Origin: 100% Verzy Grand Cru, Grande Montagne de Reims.
• Vineyard: Sourced from 60 micro-plots across diverse soils—clay, chalk, and flint.
• Farming: Organically cultivated, reflecting Sébastien Mouzon’s commitment to healthy vineyards and minimal intervention.

Technical Notes

Blend: 60–65% Pinot Noir, 35–40% Chardonnay
Vintage Composition: 55% base vintage (2021 or 2020), 45% reserve wines (2019 and earlier)
Fermentation: 80% French oak, 20% stainless steel
Lees Ageing: 36 months
Disgorgement: Typically 6 months before release; recent disgorgements in Jan 2022 and Apr 2024
Dosage: Extra Brut (1.5 g/L or zero dosage depending on disgorgement)

(SKU: ML_CHAM_CV)