
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€89,00/pcs.
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Benoît Lahaye Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut is a non-vintage Champagne made entirely from Pinot Noir, bringing the grape’s generous character to a dry, focused style. As a Blanc de Noirs, it offers a distinctive alternative to the more familiar Chardonnay-led Champagnes, while Extra Brut dosage keeps the finish crisp and restrained.
Tasting Notes
Expect a golden hue and fine, persistent bubbles. The nose may show red apple, citrus peel and ripe orchard fruit, with subtle notes of toast and spice; the palate is lively and structured, balancing Pinot Noir’s breadth with a dry, refreshing finish.
Its freshness makes it enjoyable on release, while careful cellaring can allow additional savoury and baked-fruit notes to develop over the next few years.
Production
Benoît Lahaye is based in Bouzy, in the Montagne de Reims, a Champagne area particularly associated with Pinot Noir. This cuvée is made exclusively from Pinot Noir and follows the traditional Champagne method, with a second fermentation in bottle. Lahaye is known for a conscientious, biodynamic approach to vineyard work; specific harvest and élevage details for this bottling are not provided.
Food & Serving
Serve well chilled, around 8–10°C. Its dry, energetic profile pairs well with oysters, shellfish, sushi, roast chicken or aged hard cheeses. Decanting is generally unnecessary, though a few minutes in the glass can help the aromas open.
Producer
Benoît Lahaye is a grower-producer based in Bouzy, a village renowned for Pinot Noir. He has earned recognition for his biodynamic approach and for crafting Champagnes that express the character of their vineyard origins. The estate’s focus on Pinot Noir makes its wines a distinctive reflection of the Montagne de Reims.
| Type | Champagne |
| Producer | Benoit Lahaye |
| Vintage | NV |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol | 12.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing | Cheese, Fish, Aperitif |
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