Laherte Frères, Champagne, Extra Brut, Les 7 (Solera 2005-20)


Producer


Region

France

Appellation

Champagne, Extra Brut

Cuvée

Les 7

Varietal

Arbane, Chardonnay, Petit Meslier, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir

Farming

Biodynamic, Low/No Sulfur Vinification

Vinification

Barrel Aged, Indigenous yeast fermented, Unfined & Unfiltered, Zero Dosage

Soil Type

Chalky Limestone

A single parcel planted on the slopes of Chavot in 2003 by Aurelien?s father Thierry Laherte as a nod to ancient traditions. Worked with a horse. Blend of the seven indigenous grape varieties of the region including 18% Chardonnay, 18% Meunier, 17% Pinot blanc, 15% Petit Meslier, 14% Pinot Noir, 10% Fromonteau (Pinot gris), and 8% Arbane. Six months of aging with regular lees stirring, no malo, blend of 60% of current vintage and 40% of a solera combining each vintage since the start in 2005.
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The NV Extra Brut Les 7 is a blend of the seven authorized grapes in Champagne, co-fermented, done in a perpetual reserve style that goes back to 2005. It is one of the most intriguing wines in the range. Citrus, orchard fruit and floral notes abound as this crystalline, taut Champagne reveals its stunning beauty. Les 7 is finished with no dosage, but there is more than enough natural richness to keep the wine in balance. I loved it.
— Antonio Galloni