Just last week I got to taste the full lineup from Alexis Leconte, a 6th generation Champagne grower from Vallee de la Marne, primarily in Troissy. The family began with a single parcel in 1870, and now spreads across 40 plots that make up 10 hectares. Alexis spent time in Alsace and Burgundy before taking over from his father in 2013. His experience led him to the belief that the base of good Champagne is a quality still wine, the effervescence is just an added bonus. Upon taking over the farming, he immediately began organic conversion with Demeter certification coming with the 2023 vintage. Biodynamic farming resonated with Alexis based off of the idea of trusting nature vs. attempting to master it. Additionally, geological testing has been done on every plot to understand the contents of the soil and best determine its needs. Based off of this, Alexis and his father have moved some plantings around in order for vines to thrive. When the grapes move to the cellar a similar philosophy continues. Cuvee and taille are not separated, lees contact is encouraged and there is a wide range of vessels employed. Alexis will use barrels, concrete, old foudres, or sideways eggs based on what he believes will compliment the juice best. All wines are fermented with indigenous yeasts and allowed to cellar a minimum of 3 years for the Totem and longer for all other cuvees. There is no rush as Alexis says, "nature reveals itself in its own time."   

Across the board these are powerful, concentrated Champagnes that still show an elegance with incredible drinkability. To welcome Alexis' wines to New York for the first time we are offering a special labor day weekend sale pricing on ALL of his wines. As many of you who frequently shop with us know we rarely, if ever discount Champagne so take this opportunity to sample all that these stunning wines we have to offer. 

-Hanna Krilov Cohen

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