Laherte Freres Meslier & Pinot Brut Nature, Champagne, France NV

Laherte Frères is a respected grower Champagne estate based in Chavot near Épernay, founded in 1889 and now run by seventh-generation winemaker Aurélien Laherte. The domaine farms a mosaic of small parcels across the Vallée de la Marne, Côte des Blancs, and surrounding areas, with a strong emphasis on organic practices, old vines, and parcel-by-parcel vinification. Known for both precision and creativity, Laherte is also a pioneer in reviving rare Champagne grapes like Petit Meslier and Arbanne. The wines are expressive and terroir-driven, combining freshness, texture, and depth, making the estate a standout among modern grower Champagne producers.

Brut Nature “Meslier & Pinot” (often part of the broader Les 7 experimental range) is a distinctive grower Champagne that highlights forgotten and complementary varieties alongside Pinot Noir in a raw, terroir-focused style. It opens with lifted aromas of citrus peel, green apple, white flowers, and subtle herbal tones, underscored by chalky minerality and a faint oxidative complexity. The palate is bone-dry, vibrant, and highly textured, with razor-sharp acidity and a fine, delicate mousse driving a long, saline finish. Unfiltered by dosage and crafted with minimal intervention, this is a pure, intellectual Champagne that showcases Laherte Frères’ innovative spirit and commitment to expressing Champagne’s full diversity.