Laherte Frères Extra Brut BdB Champagne Les Grandes Crayères 2020

93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2020 Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Les Grandes Crayères 1er Cru is terrific. Bright and finely cut, the 2020 possesses notable energy to play off its understated, mid-weight personality. A kiss of French oak rounds out the contours nicely. Lemon confit, marzipan, dried flowers and spice emerge over time. Although I tend to avoid such comparisons, the Crayères bears a striking resemblance to the Chardonnays of another region in France. Dosage is 2 grams per liter. Disgorged: November 2023. Drink: 2024-2032. (Dec 2024)"

93 points Essi Avellan, MW: "(100% Chardonnay). A terroir champagne par excellence, this Chardonnay comes from two adjacent plots in Laherte’s home village Chavot. Since 2014 they have produced a vintage cuvée every year. 2020 is a warm profile year but thanks to retaining the wine’s natural malic acidity, there is no shortage of freshness here. An elegant, stylishly oak-lined nose with perfectly ripe orchard fruit. Palate of power and elegance, the oak comes across stronger, adding onto the wine’s fine structure. Super succulent fruit, a great achievement in 2020, this cuvée is worth cellaring. (Sep 2025)"

92 points Claire Nesbitt (JamesSuckling.com): "Dried apples, ginger, nutmeg and roasted almonds on the nose, followed by a sleek, elegant and lightly spicy palate. Soft bubbles. Gentle finish. 100% chardonnay. Disgorged in 2023. Dosage 2 to 4g/L. Drink now. (7/19/24)"