Benoit Lahaye
Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees in barrels |
- Pure Pinot Noir: Blanc de Noirs made exclusively from Pinot Noir, Extra Brut style
- Biodynamic management: grapes sourced from Bouzy and Ambonnay, grown using biodynamic practices
- Traditional method: bottle refermentation and ageing on the lees in barrel
- Sensory profile: fine perlage, straw yellow colour, notes of fruit and citrus on the nose
- Tasting: dry, full-bodied and savoury flavour; serve at 6-8 °C; ageing potential 5-10 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne Benoit Lahaye Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut is a biodynamic wine that enhances the character of Pinot Noir. Vinified as a Blanc de Noirs, it stands out for its straw yellow colour and fine perlage. On the nose, it reveals fruity aromas and lively citrus notes. On the palate, the Champagne displays an elegant structure, supported by a distinct savouriness that defines its balance.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from the Champagne region in France. Benoit Lahaye cultivates his own vineyards in the communes of Bouzy, Ambonnay, Voipreux and Tauxières. The soils are worked according to biodynamic agriculture, enhancing the unique characteristics of the terroir. This careful agronomic management gives the wine a pronounced fruity character and a clear expression of its place of origin.
How it is produced
The wine is produced according to the principles of the Traditional Method, developing its bubbles during the secondary fermentation. A slow maturation in barrels in contact with the lees enriches its structure and complexity. The choice of the Extra Brut style ensures a dry and precise sip. This vinification guarantees great balance and an ageing potential that can reach up to ten years.
History and Curiosities
This fascinating wine from Benoit Lahaye originates in Champagne from vineyards cultivated according to the principles of biodynamics. It is an elegant and savoury Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut that expresses the authenticity of pure Pinot Noir, expertly matured on the lees in barrel. The fine grapes come from outstanding terroirs such as Bouzy and Ambonnay, ensuring superior quality recognised by critics with 90 points from Robert Parker and 91 from Vinous. This champagne boasts an ageing potential of five to ten years and enchants with its fine bubbles.
Awards
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90/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
| Name | Benoit Lahaye Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White biodynamic classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Benoit Lahaye |
| Story | History and Curiosities This fascinating wine from Benoit Lahaye originates in Champagne from vineyards cultivated according to the principles of biodynamics. It is an elegant and savoury Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut that expresses the authenticity of pure Pinot Noir, expertly matured on the lees in barrel. The fine grapes come from outstanding terroirs such as Bouzy and Ambonnay, ensuring superior quality recognised by critics with 90 points from Robert Parker and 91 from Vinous. This champagne boasts an ageing potential of five to ten years and enchants with its fine bubbles. |
| Origin | Bouzy, Ambonnay, Voipreux and Tauxières (Champagne, France) |
| Production technique | Classic method (traditional method) |
| Wine making | Traditional method (classic method); ageing on the lees in barrels. |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees in barrels |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |