Laherte Frères Les Grandes Crayères Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2018

Laherte Frères Les Grandes Crayères Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2018 – Champagne Gallery

Laherte Frères Les Grandes Crayères Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2018 is a single-vineyard Champagne that showcases the unique chalk-rich terroir of Les Coteaux Sud d’Épernay. This cuvée highlights the finesse and complexity of the Campanian Chalk, found just 20cm beneath the surface. First vinified separately in 2014, this 100% Chardonnay Champagne is a pure, mineral-driven expression of the estate’s terroir, crafted using ecologically respectful vineyard practices.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Bright, pale gold with a fine, persistent mousse.
• Aroma: A vibrant bouquet of citrus zest, white flowers, crushed chalk, and fresh almonds.
• Palate: Elegant and finely sculpted, with dazzling energy, layered minerality, and a long, precise, and saline finish.

Winemaking & Technical Information

• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
• Terroir: Les Coteaux Sud d’Épernay, soft soils with Campanian Chalk at 20cm depth
• Vine Age: Blend of new and old rootstocks
• Maturation: Aged on fine lees for enhanced depth and complexity
• Vinification: Hand-harvested, traditional press, fermented in barrels
• Malolactic Fermentation: Not undergone to preserve freshness and structure
• Dosage: Extra Brut (3-4 g/L)
• Disgorgement: Hand-disgorged for utmost precision
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Food Pairing & Serving Recommendations

Best enjoyed with oysters, scallops, sashimi, or delicate white fish dishes to enhance its minerality and freshness. Serve chilled at 8-10°C in a tulip-shaped glass to fully appreciate its finesse.

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 effortless gifting.

Laherte Frères Les Grandes Crayères Blanc de Blancs Millésime 2018 is a refined, mineral-rich Champagne that exemplifies precision, elegance, and the purity of Chardonnay.