The Champagne Valentin LeFlaive Avize Grand Cru 17|40 is a masterpiece of the winemaking house specialized in Champagnes from select plots of the Grand Cru of the Côte des Blancs. Hailing from Avize, this champagne is a clear example of the elegance and mineral purity that have made it a global icon for Chardonnay. The 2017 vintage interlaces with reserve wines and long lees aging complemented by an Extra Brut dosage, resulting in a champagne of extraordinary precision. Fermented in stainless steel, it maintains the chalky essence of the terroir, achieving exceptional balance between breadth, freshness, and depth. Aromatically, it stands out with notes of white flowers, citrus like lemon, lime, and grapefruit, alongside subtle hints of chalk, iodine, and brioche. On the palate, it is elegant and vibrant, with fine bubbles and pronounced saline tension, finishing with a long, deeply mineral aftertaste.