The Champagne Laherte Frères Les Longues Voyes Blanc de Noirs 2019 (Disgorged November 2022) is a beautifully vinous and mineral-driven single-vineyard Champagne from one of the Marne Valley’s leading biodynamic grower estates. Produced entirely from Pinot Meunier grown on clay and chalk soils in Chavot, the wine reflects Laherte Frères’ low-intervention philosophy and emphasis on site expression, combining depth and texture with remarkable freshness. The nose reveals baked apple, ripe pear and blood orange layered alongside toasted brioche, almond skin and subtle smoky spice, giving the wine impressive complexity and detail.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with exceptionally fine mousse, vibrant natural acidity and a deep saline mineral core. Layers of orchard fruit, citrus peel and savoury lees complexity are balanced by chalky tension and gentle Pinot richness, finishing long, dry and beautifully structured with outstanding persistence and finesse. The warm but balanced 2019 vintage contributes concentration and texture while preserving freshness and precision through the wine’s mineral backbone.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The Champagne Laherte Frères Les Longues Voyes Blanc de Noirs 2019 is a superb grower Champagne — savoury, layered and beautifully refined with impressive depth and mineral detail. Perfect with roast poultry, scallops, mushroom dishes, charcuterie or aged hard cheeses. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar gracefully through 2042+.
