Laherte Freres Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Champagne, France NV 1.5L

Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature NV is a beautifully pure, terroir-driven Champagne made from 100% Chardonnay sourced from Chavot and Épernay in the Coteaux Sud d’Épernay. With about 50% reserve wine, fermentation in small foudres and barrels, partial malolactic fermentation, and zero dosage, it emphasizes crystalline freshness, chalky minerality, citrus, green apple, dried fruit and subtle savory complexity. The result is bone-dry, energetic and remarkably precise. A great example of Laherte’s grower-Champagne philosophy.

" The NV Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature is based on the 2022 vintage with 50% reserve from the previous two vintages. Coming from the Coteaux du Sud d'Epernay, the clay soil of the site brings the fruit to the wine and chalk brings the salinity. Pouring a bright apple yellow color, it’s laser-focused on the nose, with white pineapples, saline, and lemon-salted candies. Medium-bodied and vertical on the palate, it offers a suggestion of tropical fruit from the 2022 vintage yet remains focused and bright. Drink 2025-2035. Disgorged in January 2025." Jeb Dunnuck 92