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Benoit Lahaye manages to produce a zero-dosage champagne that bears no sign of the austerity that characterizes this specific style. With exceptional biodynamic practices on the vineyard and aided in a way by the rise of temperature due to global warming, the grapes of the ‘domaine’ mature fully, making dosage unnecessary for the balance of the wine. Brut Nature elevates the unique terroir of Bouzy, known for its vigor, richness, energy and persistence of the Pinot Noir being produced here. An exceptional, non-vintage, Champagne with 90% of Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay mainly from the grand cru site of Bouzy and just a hint of nearby Ambonnay.
Exquisitely lively without being austere with red fruit aromas like framboise, strawberry and noted of toast, brioche and butter. 10% Chardonnay is added to the blend in order to reduce the power of Pinot Noir on the palate where you get exceptional spicy character and a small hint of tannins. Minerality and acidity seem etched with a laser-like precision and balance perfectly next to the luscious fruit and the structure of the wine on the palate. Mind-blowing Champagne with many layers of complexity fermented entirely in oak and left for 30 months on the lees before removing the sediment. A 50% of reserve wines, kept in a solera like system initiated in 2007, is added in the blend.
An awesome balance of freshness and oxidative character, a hint of honey aromas and richness reminiscent of the equally wonderful sparkling wines from the Chenin Blanc variety. Indigene does not want or resemble champagne in any way. The slow second fermentation in the bottle, which can last for over six months, contributes to the complexity of the wine,...
