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Laherte Freres, Champagne Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut [base 2021], NV (1.5L)

$154.99

Laherte Frères’ Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature NV, with a 2021 base, is an exceptional example of pure Chardonnay from the Coteaux Sud d’Épernay and the renowned Côte des Blancs. Crafted in the Brut Nature style with zero dosage, this Champagne is a reflection of Laherte Frères’ commitment to organic viticulture and minimalist intervention, capturing the chalky minerality and bright acidity typical of these premier Chardonnay regions. The wine is vinified in neutral oak barrels, allowing for a delicate textural complexity without overshadowing the natural expression of the terroir.

On the nose, this Blanc de Blancs reveals refined aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and white flowers, underscored by subtle notes of hazelnut and crushed chalk. The palate is precise and vibrant, showcasing flavors of citrus, pear, and a hint of stone fruit, with a fine, persistent mousse and a striking minerality. The Brut Nature classification enhances its dry, crisp finish, highlighting the wine’s purity and refreshing acidity.

Perfect for pairing with oysters, sashimi, or goat cheese, this Champagne is versatile and food-friendly, bringing an elegant complexity to any meal. Presented in a magnum format, the wine benefits from additional aging potential, allowing the 2021 base’s youthful energy to develop and reveal even greater depth over time. This Blanc de Blancs from Laherte Frères is a superb choice for enthusiasts who appreciate precision, terroir, and the pure character of Chardonnay.

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Laherte Frères’ Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature NV, with a 2021 base, is an exceptional example of pure Chardonnay from the Coteaux Sud d’Épernay and the renowned Côte des Blancs. Crafted in the Brut Nature style with zero dosage, this Champagne is a reflection of Laherte Frères’ commitment to organic viticulture and minimalist intervention, capturing the chalky minerality and bright acidity typical of these premier Chardonnay regions. The wine is vinified in neutral oak barrels, allowing for a delicate textural complexity without overshadowing the natural expression of the terroir.

On the nose, this Blanc de Blancs reveals refined aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and white flowers, underscored by subtle notes of hazelnut and crushed chalk. The palate is precise and vibrant, showcasing flavors of citrus, pear, and a hint of stone fruit, with a fine, persistent mousse and a striking minerality. The Brut Nature classification enhances its dry, crisp finish, highlighting the wine’s purity and refreshing acidity.

Perfect for pairing with oysters, sashimi, or goat cheese, this Champagne is versatile and food-friendly, bringing an elegant complexity to any meal. Presented in a magnum format, the wine benefits from additional aging potential, allowing the 2021 base’s youthful energy to develop and reveal even greater depth over time. This Blanc de Blancs from Laherte Frères is a superb choice for enthusiasts who appreciate precision, terroir, and the pure character of Chardonnay.

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Grapes | 100% Chardonnay

Vineyards | Best parcels of Chardonnay from four villages on the southern slopes of Epernay and the Côte des Blancs; vines planted in mid-1980s; limestone soils and a presence of fine silts and chalk on the surface; chalky sub-soils.

Vinification | Grapes are picked by hand when fully ripe, and traditionally pressed. Alcoholic fermentation in foudres and barrels with regular stirring of the lees; partial malolactic fermentation; aged 7 months followed by a light filtration before bottling in the spring; non-dosé.

Disgorgement:  February 2024

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.

Professional Reviews

Antonio Galloni

AG 92
"The NV Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs is wonderfully precise and nuanced, sourced from the southern slopes of Épernay and the Côte des Blancs. Crushed rocks, lemon peel, mint, white pepper and bright saline notes all run through this super-expressive, taut Blanc de Blancs. This is classic Laherte." -Vinous

Robert Parker

RP 91
"Based on the 2018 vintage and disgorged this year, the NV Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs derives from vines growing in the chalky Côteaux Sud d’Épernay. Unwinding in the glass with notions of crisp green apple, nougat, fresh bread and Meyer lemon, it's medium to full-bodied, chiseled and chalky, with tangy acids and a long, saline finish even in this demonstrative vintage."

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