{"product_id":"benoit-lahaye-champagne-grand-cru-brut-nature","title":"Benoit Lahaye Champagne Grand Cru Brut Nature","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne Grand Cru Brut Nature by Benoit Lahaye is a refined sparkling wine, created from a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes grown using \u003cstrong\u003ebiodynamic methods\u003c\/strong\u003e. Crafted according to the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, this \u003cstrong\u003ezero dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e wine appears in the glass with a straw yellow hue and a fine perlage. On the nose, it offers fruity aromas enhanced by pronounced mineral notes, leading to an elegant, dry and persistent palate. Its harmonious structure demonstrates remarkable palate clarity, making it perfect for medium-term ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne region\u003c\/strong\u003e of France, from Benoit Lahaye’s vineyards which cover around four and a half hectares. The vines take root in prestigious areas located among the villages of Bouzy, Ambonnay, Voipreux and Tauxières, all awarded the \u003cstrong\u003eGrand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e classification. This territorial variety allows for the creation of a \u003cstrong\u003eharmonious blend\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of expressing the nuances of each plot at their best. The sustainable agricultural approach gives the wine a profound and well-defined sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification follows the steps of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, which involves a strict \u003cstrong\u003esecondary fermentation in the bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e. Starting from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, the ageing on the lees develops an extremely fine perlage and a complex flavour profile. The decision to offer a \u003cstrong\u003eBrut Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e excludes any form of dosage, resulting in an authentic profile that enhances the freshness and fruity qualities of the harvest. Served chilled, this wine pairs beautifully with \u003cstrong\u003eshellfish\u003c\/strong\u003e, lean fish, cheeses and starters.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Grand Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e from Benoit Lahaye is the pure expression of prestigious vineyards cultivated using \u003cstrong\u003ebiodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e methods. Created from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes and produced according to the traditional Champagne method, it is presented in an authentic \u003cstrong\u003eBrut Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e style, with no dosage. The result is a glass with an extremely fine perlage, harmonising delicate fruity aromas with elegant mineral notes in a soft and persistent sip. Awarded excellent scores by Vinous and Robert Parker, it pairs superbly with shellfish, lean fish and cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Benoit Lahaye","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44506209091755,"sku":"35624","price":76.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/benoit-lahaye-champagne-grand-cru-brut-nature_35624_1.jpg?v=1773688196","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/benoit-lahaye-champagne-grand-cru-brut-nature","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}