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Champagne Puzzle Brut Nature, Ruppert-Leroy 2021
Ruppert Leroy
Emmanuel and Bénédicte Leroy oversee the 4ha domaine Ruppert-Leroy, a winery we closely followed since their inception in 2010. Over the years, their progress has been remarkable, resulting in exceptional champagnes. Emmanuel and Bénédicte, former high-level kayakers and physical education teachers, shared a longstanding passion for wine, often visiting Jura to learn from Pierre Overnoy. When Bénédicte's father, Gérard Ruppert, an organic vine-grower in Côte des Bar, offered her the opportunity to take charge, she eagerly accepted. This marked the beginning of Ruppert-Leroy's independent journey as grapes were no longer sold to middlemen.
Today, the couple practices biodynamic viticulture in high-altitude terroirs near Essoyes, a biodiverse and remote area in Aube. The domaine exemplifies biodynamic farming principles, fostering harmony among humans, livestock, and nature. Emmanuel, a skilled carpenter, constructed an eco-friendly wooden house that blends seamlessly with the landscape. Ruppert-Leroy's champagnes are a reflection of specific terroirs, crafted from low-yield grapes, vinified with natural yeasts, and aged in older oak. They are bottled with a low 22g/l for secondary fermentation and disgorged without dosage. No sulfur is added at any stage. These champagnes are characterized by purity, harmony, and meticulous craftsmanship, showcasing the duo's unwavering dedication and passion.
A rare, one-off Champagne from the challenging 2021 vintage, Puzzle Brut Nature blends Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from Ruppert-Leroy’s own biodynamic vineyards alongside fruit from trusted organic growers in the Côte des Bar. Fermented and aged in old barrels and demi-muids with no dosage or added sulphur, it delivers a remarkably pure and chiselled style. The nose combines citrus, orchard fruit and subtle brioche notes, while the palate is tense, saline and mineral-driven, with fine bubbles and a long, energetic finish. A vibrant, beautifully precise Brut Nature Champagne.
Producer Ruppert Leroy
Origin Essoyes, Aube, France
Grapes 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir
Vintage 2021
Alcohol 12% ABV
Style Structured spakling
Bottle size 750ml
Winemaking Manual harvest. Indigenous yeast fermentation. No filtration and no fining. Disgorged 10/23 - Non dosé. No SO2 added at any stage
Notes Organic, Biodynamic , Demeter certified