{"product_id":"laherte-freres-champagne-les-empreintes-extra-brut-2019","title":"Laherte Freres Champagne Les Empreintes Extra Brut 2019","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChampagne Les Empreintes Extra Brut by Laherte Frères is a refined \u003cstrong\u003eblend\u003c\/strong\u003e crafted according to the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, harmonising the structure of Pinot Noir with the freshness of Chardonnay. The flavour profile is dry, savoury, and vibrant, characterised by a marked acidic tension and a \u003cstrong\u003efine and persistent perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the nose, distinct aromas of lime, pineapple, melon, and yellow peach emerge, introducing a mature palate enriched by delicate umami nuances. This bold personality makes it ideal for pairing with shellfish, sushi, soft cheeses, and fried seafood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the Champagne region, specifically from the Coteaux Sud d'Épernay, in Chavot-Courcourt. Vineyard management aims to enhance the identity of each individual parcel, where \u003cstrong\u003echalk and clay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e merge with matrices rich in \u003cstrong\u003eflint and limestone\u003c\/strong\u003e. This particular geological stratification shapes the wine's mineral component, giving it a \u003cstrong\u003edistinctively savoury character\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a glass that reflects the natural characteristics and dynamics of its terroir in a taut and direct manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction involves separate vinification for each parcel and gentle pressing. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003ewooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e and malolactic fermentation is not carried out, in order to preserve a taut and vibrant acidity. The wine matures in the same barrels to stabilise, before undergoing secondary fermentation in the bottle as per the Traditional Method. The \u003cstrong\u003eabsence of filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e and the calibrated \u003cstrong\u003eextra brut dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e preserve its expressive integrity, offering a dry palate and a saline finish of extreme precision.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and interesting facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1889, the house of Laherte Frères presents the Champagne Les Empreintes Extra Brut 2019, a \u003cstrong\u003erare blend\u003c\/strong\u003e created on the slopes south of Épernay. Meticulous \u003cstrong\u003eplot-by-plot vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e and expert \u003cstrong\u003eageing in wooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with the decision not to filter the wine, preserve its natural elegance and the authentic identity of Chavot. Award-winning with 94 points from James Suckling and 93 from Robert Parker, this superb vintage enhances the character of every single plot. A wine that tells the story of a century of dedication to tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Laherte Freres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47684408934571,"sku":"62396","price":101.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/laherte-freres-champagne-les-empreintes-extra-brut-2019_62396_1_fdbd5d40-aeb7-4ac9-a5ce-9b5aca3c6065.webp?v=1788016130","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/laherte-freres-champagne-les-empreintes-extra-brut-2019","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}