Champagne AOC Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs Les Rouges Maisons 2020 Laherte Frères

What kind of wine is it

Champagne Les Rouges Maisons by Laherte Frères is an Extra Brut Blanc de Noirs made from Pinot Noir grown in Chavot, in the Vallée de la Marne. The traditional sparkling wine methods of the region contribute to precise structure, freshness and minerality. Fermentation in barrique and ageing on the fine lees add complexity and expressive clarity. The Extra Brut dosage enhances the fruit and finesse of the sip, making the wine suitable both for the table and for technical tastings.

Where does it come from

The grapes come from the terroir of Chavot, in Champagne, in the Vallée de la Marne, known for solid interpretations of Pinot Noir. The vineyards stand on deep soils with clay, flint and schist, resting on chalk that ensures drainage and water supply. The cool climate with gradual ripening preserves acidity and aromatic precision, while the clay supports volume and structure. The vines, planted in 1983, follow ecological practices.

How is it made

The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness to balance richness and lively acidity. Following traditional pressing, the alcoholic fermentation takes place in barrique, promoting micro-oxygenation and complexity without weighing down the profile. Malolactic fermentation softens the taste. Ageing for about 18 months on fine lees increases depth and definition.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it shows a golden yellow colour with copper highlights, typical of a Blanc de Noirs from Pinot Noir, with fine and regular bubbles. The nose reveals ripe red fruits, delicate spicy notes and a mineral streak recalling the chalk and silica of the soil. On the palate, it is broad and structured, supported by freshness and a savoury lift that elongates the sip. The finish is precise and persistent, with consistent fruity and mineral echoes.

Food pairing

This Champagne naturally pairs with white meats and roasted poultry, where its structure and freshness cleanse the palate and support succulence. It also works well with bloomy rind cheeses, thanks to the sapidity and acidity that balance the creaminess. Among traditional dishes, it can accompany roast chicken with fine herbs or a veal blanquette, and duck with mild spices finds harmony with the red fruit notes and mineral texture.

When to serve

Ideal for those seeking a gastronomic Champagne that can follow an entire meal without losing precision, but also suitable for tastings focused on the character of Pinot Noir. Serve chilled, in large glasses that enhance the aromatic expression, bringing out finesse, sapidity and persistence. The structure and ageing on lees allow positive evolution over time, balancing freshness with depth. Ready to drink, but also suitable for a few years of cellar ageing for greater integration and complexity.