Léonard (Non-vintage) - Henriet-Bazin

In the heart of Champagne, the Henriet-Bazin winery holds a story going back five generations. Léonard, a name that speaks of tradition and innovation, is a tribute to Léonard Bazin, the patriarch who laid the foundations for the family's excellence. Set among prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, the estate has always aimed at quality, carefully tending Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. One fascinating detail is that the Henriet-Bazin family is among the few to own vineyards in both Verzy and Verzenay, two of the most renowned villages in Champagne. This double inheritance gives their wines a unique complexity, the fruit of an exceptional terroir and of a family tradi

The appellation: Champagne AOC Grand Cru

Champagne AOC Grand Cru represents the absolute pinnacle of Champagne, designating wines produced exclusively in the 17 villages classified as Grand Cru, the highest level in the quality scale of the Champagne AOC appellation.

What to eat with Léonard

Who makes it: Henriet-Bazin

The Henriet-Bazin family is an example of passion and dedication, having worked the land and tended the vines for five generations. Their mission is to produce cuvées that express the unique terroir of their vineyards, in the Montagne de Reims at Ville Marmery, a village known for its Chardonnay. The estate's story began in 1890, when Gaston Henriet decided to keep part of the harvest and try his hand at winemaking.

The vine of Léonard

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and prestigious white grape varieties in the world, originally from Burgundy, in France. Thanks to its great adaptability to different climates and soils, Chardonnay is grown in many wine regions, expressing unique characteristics according to the terroir and the winemaking style.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the most fascinating and noble black grape varieties in the world. Famous for its elegance and complexity, this variety is at the heart of some of the most prestigious wines on the globe, particularly the wines of Burgundy and Champagne AOC. Its versatility and its ability to reflect the terroir make it one of the varieties most loved by winemakers and wine lovers alike.

Léonard: the Reims area

Climate: Continental

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Léonard

Primary aromas: Strawberry, Berries

Secondary aromas: Yeast, Spicy notes

Tertiary aromas: Leather, Toast

Tasting notes: A refined rosé with notes of red berries and a light minerality. Fresh and lively, ideal for an elegant aperitif.