Laherte Frères Les Empreintes 2012

Laherte Frères Les Empreintes 2012 – Champagne Gallery

Laherte Frères Les Empreintes 2012 is a terroir-driven and highly expressive Champagne that captures the quintessence of Chavot. This exceptional cuvée is crafted from old-vine Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, carefully selected from five of Laherte’s best barrels. Aged in old Burgundian oak, including second-hand DRC Le Montrachet barrels, this Champagne delivers depth, texture, and an impeccable balance of richness and freshness.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: A brilliant golden hue with a delicate, persistent mousse.
• Aroma: Expressive and complex, with notes of brioche, citrus zest, toasted almonds, white flowers, and a hint of flint.
• Palate: Opulent yet finely structured, with layers of ripe stone fruits, crisp apple, chalky minerality, and a saline finish. Elegant tension leads to a long, refined aftertaste.

Winemaking & Technical Information

• Grape Variety: 50% Chardonnay (including Chardonnay-Muscaté) and 50% Pinot Noir
• Terroir:
  • Les Chemins d’Epernay: Chardonnay vines planted in 1957 on clay with chalky subsoils
  • Les Rouges Maisons: Pinot Noir vines planted in the 1980s, on deep clay, flint, and schist soils
• Maturation: Aged in old Burgundian oak barrels, including DRC Le Montrachet barrels
• Vinification:
  • Hand-harvested at full ripeness
  • Fermented separately in oak to enhance complexity
• Malolactic Fermentation: Not undergone to retain crisp freshness
• Dosage: Extra Brut (4 g/L)
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Food Pairing & Serving Recommendations

Pair with lobster, seared scallops, creamy risotto, or aged Comté cheese. Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a tulip glass to highlight its complexity.

Gifting Options

• Personalised Gift Wrapping: Available on selected products with elegant tissue paper wrapping and a custom message.
• Premium Gift Boxes: Upgrade to a luxurious gift box with a ribbon and personalised note, where available.
• Multiple Deliveries: Order multiple bottles and ship them to different addresses for seamless gifting.

Laherte Frères Les Empreintes 2012 is an exceptional vintage Champagne, showcasing terroir precision, old-vine character, and stunning elegance.