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Valentin Leflaive Sigma 20.4.0 Blanc de Blancs is a Champagne produced by Valentin Leflaive , a project founded by members of the renowned Leflaive family from Burgundy, historically associated with the prestigious Domaine Leflaive in Puligny-Montrachet. The house focuses on producing Chardonnay-based Champagnes from the Côte des Blancs , one of the most celebrated areas of the Champagne region.

This cuvée belongs to the “Sigma” series , in which each code represents the identity of the wine: the first number refers to the base vintage , the second to the number of crus used , and the third to the dosage style. In the case of 20.4.0 , the wine is based on the 2020 vintage and sourced from four villages of the Côte des Blancs known for their outstanding Chardonnay.

The grapes come primarily from Avize, Cramant, Oger and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger , all classified as Grand Cru villages , where the distinctive chalky soils provide minerality, freshness and precision to the wines. Vinification takes place in stainless steel tanks in order to preserve the purity of the grape variety.

After fermentation, the wine undergoes a second fermentation in bottle following the traditional Champagne method , and is aged on its lees for around three years before disgorgement. This ageing contributes complexity, a creamy texture and a fine, persistent mousse.

On the nose it shows aromas of citrus, green apple and white fruit , accompanied by notes of white flowers, fresh almond and subtle mineral hints. On the palate it is precise, fresh and elegant , with vibrant acidity, fine bubbles and a long finish marked by the mineral character typical of the Côte des Blancs.

It pairs beautifully with oysters, seafood, delicate fish dishes and Japanese cuisine , and is also excellent as an elegant aperitif.