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Laherte Freres, Champagne Nature de Craie Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 1er Cru, 2021

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Laherte Frères’ Champagne “Nature de Craie” Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature Premier Cru 2021 is a pristine and mineral-driven expression of Chardonnay from select Premier Cru vineyards in the Côteaux Sud d’Épernay and the Côte des Blancs. True to its name, meaning “Nature of Chalk,” this cuvée reflects the pure, chalk-rich soils of the region, capturing Laherte Frères’ commitment to organic and biodynamic viticulture. Crafted in the Brut Nature style with no dosage, this Champagne is a celebration of terroir, allowing the Chardonnay’s natural acidity and minerality to shine through with striking clarity.

On the nose, “Nature de Craie” opens with aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and white peach, layered with floral notes and hints of chalky minerality. The palate is precise and invigorating, offering flavors of citrus, crisp pear, and a touch of salinity, underscored by a fine, persistent mousse. The Brut Nature finish accentuates the wine’s clean, linear profile and leaves a lasting impression of freshness and purity.

This Blanc de Blancs is an ideal pairing for oysters, sashimi, or delicate seafood dishes, where its vibrant acidity and minerality can enhance subtle flavors. The 2021 vintage brings an energetic and focused character, making “Nature de Craie” a perfect choice for enthusiasts seeking a Champagne that truly reflects the essence of its terroir and the finesse of Premier Cru Chardonnay.

More about this wine

Grapes | 100% Chardonnay

Vineyards | 30–60-year-old vines in the villages of Vertus and Voipreux in the Côte des Blancs. The vineyards sit on the lower mid-slopes where the chalk is at its most prominent, capped off with a few cm of clay. 

Vinification | 100% free-run Chardonnay juice. Spontaneous yeast fermentation and ageing in 228L barrels; malolactic fermentation; no added sulfur added during the vinification or ageing; 15-16 months sur lattes; unfiltered; zero dosage.

Disgorgement: May 2023

Aurélien Laherte believes Champagne should be for everyone. We agree.

Along with childhood best friend and fellow rising star, Raphaël Bérèche, they formed Terre de Vins, a down to earth trade organization. They bring together like-minded growers for a yearly tasting of vin clair (still wine, pre-bubbles) and finished Champagne to showcase their progressive wines.

Aurélien makes wines of power and whimsy, decadence and tension. Maybe it is because of his biodynamic approach, maybe it was his training with Antoine Sélosse or maybe he is simply one of the best vignerons in Champagne. No matter the reason, take advantage of this newsletter only pricing to experience it for yourself.

All of his wines are aged in neutral barrels, do not go through malolactic fermentation and have just enough dosage to balance the wine and showcase the terroir.

Seventh generation winegrower Aurélien Laherte is part of a dynamic, young generation making waves in Champagne and producing a fine array of terroir-driven Champagnes using a natural approach to viticulture and winemaking. Since taking the helm of his family’s estate in 2005, Aurelien has been a devoted practitioner of organic and biodynamic viticulture, striving to produce a lineup of blended and single-vineyard Champagnes that deeply expresses the identities of his unique terroirs. The vibrant, energetic and racy profile of Laherte Frères Champagnes has earned Aurélien a reputations as a rising star in the region.

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Champagne boasts some of the world’s greatest luxury brands with Krug, Cristal and, of course, Dom Perignon. But it’s also home to hundreds of small dynamic producers—farmers who grow their own grapes (often organically) and make (often with natural methods) tiny amounts of pure and absolutely delicious wine that reflect the individual personalities of their villages and terroirs. Toast with these wines, for sure. But also treat them like the great wines they are: taste, drink, explore!

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